UX Designer Salary in Midlothian, United Kingdom
Midlothian sits just south of Edinburgh. Mid-level UX designers earn a median of £30,750 annually. This figure reflects local salary data.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
£23,500 to £27,500
Average (per year)
£25,500
New hires often join Edinburgh-adjacent agencies or public sector teams.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
£27,500 to £34,000
Average (per year)
£30,750
Mid-level designers often work in agencies near Edinburgh.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
£34,000 to £43,000
Average (per year)
£38,500
Senior roles are common in finance, education, and health sectors.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
£43,000+
Principal positions are found in larger agencies and government projects with higher regional salaries.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
£15 - £19
per hour
Mid-level
£19 - £29
per hour
Senior
£29 - £40
per hour
Compared with the UK average of around £35,000, Midlothian's median sits slightly lower. Earnings for experienced designers can be influenced by proximity to Edinburgh's firms.