UI/UX Designer Salary in Benton County, Washington
Benton County includes cities such as Richland and Kennewick. Salaries reflect lower housing costs but still reward experience, especially for designers supporting government or scientific research projects. The local tech sector is smaller.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$54,000 to $69,000
Average (per year)
$61,500
Graduates join energy firms and agricultural technology startups.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$70,000 to $90,000
Average (per year)
$80,000
Mid-level designers support software services in Richland and Kennewick.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$92,000 to $114,000
Average (per year)
$103,000
Senior UI/UX professionals lead projects for local labs or public sector contracts driven by Hanford Site and related employers.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$116,000+
Principal designers consult for local companies and sometimes work remotely for Seattle-based roles.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$28 - $38
per hour
Mid-level
$39 - $58
per hour
Senior
$59 - $85
per hour