UX Designer Salary in Central, Uganda

Central Uganda offers a median mid‑level UX Designer salary. Various organizations contribute to the salary market. Living costs in the region are modest.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

Sh700,000 to Sh1,250,000

Average (per year)

Sh950,000

New designers join NGOs, tourism companies, and other organizations, receiving local salaries.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

Sh1,350,000 to Sh2,150,000

Average (per year)

Sh1,700,000

Mid-level employees support digital platforms for healthcare or aviation, earning higher salaries than entry-level positions.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

Sh2,200,000 to Sh3,750,000

Average (per year)

Sh3,025,000

Senior designers lead projects for international NGOs or regional airlines, benefiting from experience and oversight duties.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

Sh3,750,000+

Principal and lead designers work at multinational companies or large NGOs, with compensation aligned to advanced responsibilities and regional expertise.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

Sh4250 - Sh8500

per hour

Mid-level

Sh8500 - Sh12500

per hour

Senior

Sh12500 - Sh20500

per hour

The median salary in Central Uganda differs from the national average for mid‑level designers.