UX Designer Salary in Ankara, Turkey

Ankara offers a median mid‑level UX Designer salary of about ₺320,000 per year. The figure reflects demand from various sectors.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

₺215,000 to ₺282,500

Average (per year)

₺247,500

Altındağ's entry-level designers join government agencies or private firms serving the public sector.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

₺277,500 to ₺370,000

Average (per year)

₺320,000

Mid-level professionals work on civic tech, health, or logistics platforms.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

₺367,500 to ₺480,000

Average (per year)

₺420,000

Senior UX Designers manage teams on public projects or work in local startups.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

₺475,000+

Principal designers lead multidisciplinary teams in national or international projects based in Ankara.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

₺150 - ₺210

per hour

Mid-level

₺208 - ₺270

per hour

Senior

₺273 - ₺365

per hour

Nationally, mid‑level UX Designers earn around ₺280,000, so Ankara sits above the average. Lower housing costs offset higher pay, affecting net income.