UX Designer Salary in Beijing, China

The median salary for UX designers in Beijing is ¥160,000 per year. Companies prize seamless digital experiences. Disposable income is tempered despite strong demand.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥85,000 to ¥130,000

Average (per year)

¥100,000

Entry-level designers work with local manufacturing firms or tourism businesses, building foundational skills.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥130,000 to ¥190,000

Average (per year)

¥160,000

Mid-level roles involve collaboration with Beijing tech subsidiaries or public sector projects.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥190,000 to ¥260,000

Average (per year)

¥220,000

Senior designers in Huairou lead teams.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥260,000+

Principal designers hold senior positions.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

¥70 - ¥130

per hour

Mid-level

¥130 - ¥200

per hour

Senior

¥200 - ¥270

per hour

Nationally, UX designers earn around ¥130,000 per year on average. Beijing's median exceeds that figure by about ¥30,000.