UX Designer Salary in Pohang, North Gyeongsang

Pohang's manufacturing base and POSCO are notable has of the local economy. UX designer salaries vary across Korean cities. The local economy includes industrial and logistics sectors.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

₩30,000,000 to ₩38,000,000

Average (per year)

₩34,000,000

Entry roles target university graduates or those shifting from graphic design, with a focus on steel, manufacturing, and port services.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

₩39,000,000 to ₩50,000,000

Average (per year)

₩44,000,000

Mid-level designers find positions in POSCO's digital units or local tech firms supporting logistics and industrial software.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

₩51,000,000 to ₩65,000,000

Average (per year)

₩57,000,000

Senior designers lead UX strategy for industrial applications or collaborate with research institutes and government projects.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

₩66,000,000+

Principal roles support digital transformation in Pohang's steel and port sectors or manage multi-disciplinary teams across business units.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

₩16000 - ₩22000

per hour

Mid-level

₩23000 - ₩29000

per hour

Senior

₩30000 - ₩38000

per hour