UX Designer Salary in Staffordshire, United Kingdom

Staffordshire offers a median salary of £30,000 for mid‑level UX designers. This figure reflects the region's characteristics. Local firms contribute to demand.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

£23,000 to £27,000

Average (per year)

£25,000

New hires work on UI improvements and prototyping.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

£27,000 to £34,000

Average (per year)

£30,000

Mid-level designers manage projects for larger employers like Molson Coors or regional councils, improving internal systems.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

£34,000 to £41,000

Average (per year)

£37,000

Senior staff lead UX strategy for manufacturing and food industry clients, supervising small digital teams.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

£41,000+

Principal roles exist in national firms with a Burton site and in remote tech teams.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

£14 - £18

per hour

Mid-level

£18 - £27

per hour

Senior

£27 - £36

per hour

Nationally, mid‑level UX designers average around £40,000, placing Staffordshire below the UK mean. There are trade‑offs related to living expenses and commute times.