UI/UX Designer Salary in Thurston County
Thurston County is anchored by Olympia, the state capital. Government agencies and healthcare systems hire UI/UX designers, offering salaries above rural averages. Wages are below those in Seattle's tech market.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$47,000 to $56,000
Average (per year)
$51,500
Washington state government hires entry-level designers, offering wages higher than rural counties but below Seattle rates.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$57,000 to $73,000
Average (per year)
$65,000
Mid-level designers work for state agencies, healthcare systems, or regional tech companies.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$74,000 to $88,000
Average (per year)
$81,000
Senior designers in Thurston County lead projects or manage small teams.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$89,000+
Principal designers work in consulting or large government projects, with compensation above senior tiers.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$25 - $33
per hour
Mid-level
$34 - $47
per hour
Senior
$48 - $60
per hour