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