UX Designer Salary in Shanghai, China
In Shanghai, the median salary for UX designers is ¥175,000 per year. Housing costs keep budgets tight.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥95,000 to ¥145,000
Average (per year)
¥120,000
Startups and large tech firms recruit entry-level designers in Jing'an for roles supporting app and web development.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥140,000 to ¥210,000
Average (per year)
¥175,000
Mid-level positions require cross-functional skills and are found in e‑commerce and financial‑services firms.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥210,000 to ¥290,000
Average (per year)
¥250,000
Senior designers oversee project teams and handle complex digital products for multinational offices and local high‑growth companies.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
¥290,000+
Principal and lead designers develop UX strategy for platforms and contribute to product direction across departments.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
¥80 - ¥130
per hour
Mid-level
¥130 - ¥200
per hour
Senior
¥200 - ¥280
per hour
Compared with the national median of around ¥130,000, Shanghai pays roughly ¥45,000 more.