UX Designer Salary in Netherlands

UX designers in the Netherlands earn salaries. Mid‑level professionals earn €40,500 per year. Amsterdam and Rotterdam have higher salaries.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€30,000 to €36,000

Average (per year)

€33,000

Graduates in Apeldoorn join UX teams in insurance or public sector organizations.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€36,500 to €44,500

Average (per year)

€40,500

Designers with several years of experience work at local tech firms or consultancies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€45,000 to €54,000

Average (per year)

€49,700

Senior UX designers in Apeldoorn lead digital projects at financial or municipal employers.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€54,000+

Principal roles oversee design strategy, often in large-scale service companies.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€23 - €32

per hour

Mid-level

€33 - €48

per hour

Senior

€48 - €65

per hour

Market Overview

UX talent works in tech firms, fintech startups, and e‑commerce companies. Agencies in Utrecht and Eindhoven employ UX designers. Companies prioritize user‑centered digital experiences.