UX Designer Salary in Salford, Salford

Salford is home to MediaCityUK, which houses the BBC, ITV, and tech startups. UX salaries here are influenced by media and fintech employers. The cost of living is moderate.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

£24,000 to £29,500

Average (per year)

£26,750

Graduates join digital teams at MediaCityUK or local startups, supporting user research and prototyping.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

£29,500 to £37,000

Average (per year)

£33,250

Mid-level designers handle more complex projects for broadcasters, fintech, and educational tech companies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

£37,000 to £47,000

Average (per year)

£42,000

Senior roles require managing cross-functional teams at BBC, ITV, or digital consultancies.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

£47,000+

Principal and lead designers oversee strategy for large media and technology transformation projects.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

£15 - £20

per hour

Mid-level

£20 - £30

per hour

Senior

£30 - £40

per hour