UI/UX Designer Salary in Williamson County

Williamson County is near Austin's tech corridor, where many UI/UX designers are employed. Rent and home prices in the area are lower than in the state capital. Major employers include software startups and regional banks with digital product teams.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$57,000 to $69,000

Average (per year)

$63,000

Fresh graduates join user experience teams in tech or finance hubs.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$70,000 to $90,000

Average (per year)

$80,000

Companies value mid-level designers for cross-discipline skills, especially in areas like SaaS and health information systems.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$91,000 to $120,000

Average (per year)

$106,000

Senior UI/UX designers supervise teams and steer product launches for local businesses.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$122,000+

Principal designers influence digital strategies at corporations and may receive compensation that includes equity or bonuses.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

$28 - $36

per hour

Mid-level

$38 - $52

per hour

Senior

$55 - $85

per hour