UX Designer Salary in Scottsdale, Arizona

Scottsdale has many startups and major hospitality brands. Salaries in the area are above the Arizona average. Employers value UX expertise for luxury and digital services.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$61,000 to $75,000

Average (per year)

$68,000

Entry-level designers join hospitality tech companies, real estate platforms, or fintech startups in the area.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$75,000 to $88,000

Average (per year)

$81,500

Mid-level positions attract those with strong portfolios in digital product design, especially for luxury brands or healthcare software.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$88,000 to $104,000

Average (per year)

$96,000

Senior designers work for established SaaS companies or manage UX teams in e-commerce firms.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$104,000+

Principal or lead roles are available in Scottsdale and at national headquarters.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$36 - $48

per hour

Mid-level

$48 - $62

per hour

Senior

$62 - $80

per hour