UI/UX Designer Salary in Franklin County, Ohio

Franklin County includes Columbus, which is part of Ohio's tech sector. Major employers in insurance, banking, and health tech shape the UI/UX job market. Salaries here vary across the state.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$44,000 to $56,000

Average (per year)

$50,000

Columbus-based companies and startups recruit entry-level designers.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$58,000 to $75,000

Average (per year)

$66,500

With experience, designers join larger employers in finance, insurance, or healthcare tech.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$76,000 to $94,000

Average (per year)

$85,000

Senior UI/UX designers lead teams at major companies, consulting firms, or fast-growing tech startups.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$98,000+

Principal and lead designers work at large corporations or in remote positions with national firms.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$25 - $36

per hour

Mid-level

$37 - $51

per hour

Senior

$52 - $72

per hour