UX Designer Salary in St Helens, St Helens
St Helens has an industrial base and a digital sector. Local agencies and NHS trusts hire UX designers, though salaries reflect lower living costs compared to Manchester or Liverpool. Roles support digital services in education, healthcare, and logistics.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
£23,000 to £27,000
Average (per year)
£25,000
Graduates and juniors in St Helens join local firms, supporting digital teams in manufacturing and logistics companies.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
£27,000 to £34,000
Average (per year)
£30,000
Mid-level designers handle projects for regional service providers and agencies, balancing design with research and testing.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
£34,000 to £42,000
Average (per year)
£37,000
Senior UX designers lead teams on digital transformation projects for healthcare or local government.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
£42,000+
Principal and lead roles are found at regional headquarters or consultancies with digital divisions.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
£14 - £18
per hour
Mid-level
£18 - £28
per hour
Senior
£28 - £38
per hour