UI/UX Designer Salary in Multnomah County
Multnomah County includes Portland. Salaries for UI/UX designers are lower than in San Francisco but remain competitive with other midsize cities. Pay ranges vary by location.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$50,000 to $64,000
Average (per year)
$57,000
Local cost of living and demand from agencies and startups affect starting salaries in Multnomah County.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$65,000 to $88,000
Average (per year)
$76,500
In Portland, designers at the mid-career level collaborate with creative agencies, consumer brands, and tech firms.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$89,000 to $115,000
Average (per year)
$101,000
In Multnomah County, senior UI/UX designers head design initiatives for established SaaS firms and regional e-commerce retailers.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$116,000+
Principal designers in the area lead teams at technology and apparel employers in Portland.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$28 - $39
per hour
Mid-level
$40 - $62
per hour
Senior
$63 - $95
per hour