UX Designer Salary in Aveiro, Portugal
Mid‑level UX designers earn about €24,500 a year. Living costs vary compared with Lisbon.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€17,000 to €22,000
Average (per year)
€19,500
University graduates find entry positions in Aveiro's tech scene and research institutions.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€22,000 to €27,000
Average (per year)
€24,500
Mid‑level roles are common in software firms and startups.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€27,000 to €33,500
Average (per year)
€30,500
Seniors lead projects for tech companies, digital agencies, or international clients.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€33,500+
Lead designers work in major firms or remotely for global companies.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€10 - €15
per hour
Mid-level
€15 - €22
per hour
Senior
€22 - €31
per hour
Nationally, UX designers average around €28,000, so Aveiro sits slightly below the Portuguese mean. However, the lower cost of housing offsets the gap.