UX Designer Salary in Ivory Coast
Abidjan offers a median mid‑level UX Designer salary of Fr2,775,000 XOF per year. Living costs are a factor in disposable income. Telecom and fintech firms seek talent.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
Fr1,725,000 to Fr2,375,000
Average (per year)
Fr2,025,000
Local firms in Sassandra recruit UX designers for telecommunications and fintech projects.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
Fr2,375,000 to Fr3,200,000
Average (per year)
Fr2,775,000
With experience, designers support e-commerce and mobile banking companies.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
Fr3,200,000 to Fr4,200,000
Average (per year)
Fr3,700,000
Senior staff manage teams in regional startups or international NGO tech departments.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
Fr4,200,000+
Principal designers head product strategy for larger telecoms or multinational partners.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
Fr1100 - Fr1700
per hour
Mid-level
Fr1700 - Fr2400
per hour
Senior
Fr2400 - Fr3200
per hour
Market Overview
Abidjan has tech hubs, including the Plateau district. Start‑ups in fintech and mobile banking hire designers. International NGOs hire designers.