UX Designer Salary in Sofia City, Bulgaria

In Sofia, mid‑level UX designers have salaries that are reported in local data. Tech startups and multinational agencies are part of the local employment market. Living costs in the city differ from those in Western Europe.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

лв2,600 to лв3,400

Average (per year)

лв3,000

Graduates work for software companies, international firms, or digital agencies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

лв3,400 to лв4,600

Average (per year)

лв4,000

Mid-level designers work on product teams or at consultancies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

лв4,600 to лв6,000

Average (per year)

лв5,300

Seniors handle UX strategy for companies in Sofia.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

лв6,000+

Principal designers lead UX for product portfolios.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

лв22 - лв38

per hour

Mid-level

лв38 - лв62

per hour

Senior

лв62 - лв90

per hour

The median pay in Sofia is reported for UX designers. Salaries across the country vary, and the capital has its own market characteristics.