UX Designer Salary in Riga, Latvia

Riga's tech sector offers mid‑level UX designers a median salary of €32,000 per year. Living costs are addressed.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€18,000 to €26,000

Average (per year)

€22,000

Graduates and newcomers in Riga start at digital agencies or fintech startups.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€26,000 to €38,000

Average (per year)

€32,000

Mid-level designers may move into roles with SaaS firms, banks, or e-commerce companies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€38,000 to €52,000

Average (per year)

€45,000

Seniors lead UX for international clients or manage teams at larger employers.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€52,000+

Principal or lead designers in Riga may consult for global firms or work on corporate design strategy.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€13 - €20

per hour

Mid-level

€20 - €32

per hour

Senior

€32 - €48

per hour

Nationally, UX designers earn around €35,000, placing Riga slightly below the Latvian average.