UX Designer Salary in Metro Vancouver Regional District

Vancouver has a high cost of living. Major employers are present in the area. Remote work options are available.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

C$54,000 to C$68,000

Average (per year)

C$61,000

Graduates join agencies, fintech firms, and SaaS companies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

C$69,000 to C$91,000

Average (per year)

C$80,000

UX designers with several years in digital product teams or e-commerce work at local startups and international tech offices.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

C$92,000 to C$120,000

Average (per year)

C$105,000

Senior talent working in enterprise software, gaming, or large design consultancies earn competitive salaries.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

C$121,000+

Lead designers oversee multi-product teams at banks, telecoms, or global consultancies.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

C$25 - C$40

per hour

Mid-level

C$41 - C$65

per hour

Senior

C$66 - C$110

per hour