UI/UX Designer Salary in North Carolina, United States
Raleigh's median UI/UX designer salary is $63,500 a year. Charlotte and Durham are also part of the region's job market.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$47,000 to $57,000
Average (per year)
$51,500
Starting salaries for graduates in Apex are influenced by local market factors.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$57,000 to $69,000
Average (per year)
$63,500
Mid-career designers work at local agencies or commute to RTP.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$70,500 to $85,000
Average (per year)
$76,500
Senior designers with several years of experience have salaries that reflect regional demand.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$84,000+
Principal designers lead design for larger Triangle firms, and their compensation varies.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$23 - $32
per hour
Mid-level
$33 - $45
per hour
Senior
$46 - $60
per hour
Nationally, UI/UX designers average around $78,000, so North Carolina's median sits modestly lower.