UX Designer Salary in Wakiso District, Central
Wakiso District is Uganda's most populous region, with employers in education, government and NGOs. Salaries reflect urbanization and demand for digital skills. Living expenses vary, especially near Kampala.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
Sh900,000 to Sh1,800,000
Average (per year)
Sh1,300,000
Entry-level designers find roles at startups or in digital departments of large organizations.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
Sh1,800,000 to Sh3,500,000
Average (per year)
Sh2,700,000
Mid-level designers work for established companies, NGOs, or government projects, handling major digital products.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
Sh3,500,000 to Sh6,500,000
Average (per year)
Sh4,700,000
Senior designers manage multi-disciplinary teams and consult for digital initiatives in Wakiso District.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
Sh6,500,000+
Principal designers work on digital projects for employers such as government and international NGOs.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
Sh9000 - Sh18000
per hour
Mid-level
Sh18000 - Sh35000
per hour
Senior
Sh35000 - Sh65000
per hour