UX Designer Salary in Ernakulam, Kerala

Ernakulam includes an IT workforce and tech employers. Salaries are influenced by competition from firms in Kochi and Bengaluru.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

₹300,000 to ₹480,000

Average (per year)

₹400,000

Freshers start in IT parks or creative agencies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

₹500,000 to ₹800,000

Average (per year)

₹650,000

Agencies and SaaS startups hire mid-level designers who handle broader responsibilities and client-facing work.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

₹900,000 to ₹1,400,000

Average (per year)

₹1,150,000

Senior designers managing teams and complex projects work for large employers in Infopark and MNCs.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

₹1,500,000+

Leadership roles involve product strategy and mentoring.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

₹250 - ₹600

per hour

Mid-level

₹700 - ₹1200

per hour

Senior

₹1300 - ₹2500

per hour