UX Designer Salary in Manatee County
Manatee County includes Bradenton. Demand comes from healthcare, e-commerce, and tourism sectors. Salaries vary across the region.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$56,000 to $69,000
Average (per year)
$62,000
Entry-level positions are available in tourism, healthcare, and logistics companies.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$69,000 to $83,000
Average (per year)
$76,000
Regional businesses and local startups hire mid-career designers to develop digital products.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$83,000 to $99,000
Average (per year)
$91,000
National firms often hire senior designers for remote work, while growing tech teams seek their leadership.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$99,000+
Major employers rely on principal designers to head projects, and agencies count on them to manage teams.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$32 - $42
per hour
Mid-level
$42 - $58
per hour
Senior
$58 - $78
per hour