UX Designer Salary in Ada County
Ada County, anchored by Boise, has SaaS and health tech sectors. Salaries are lower than those in West Coast tech hubs. Living costs are rising but remain affordable.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$57,000 to $75,000
Average (per year)
$66,000
Entry roles benefit from Boise's startup scene and mid-sized tech employers.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$75,000 to $95,000
Average (per year)
$85,000
Mid-level designers work at regional SaaS firms, digital agencies, or health tech companies.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$95,000 to $120,000
Average (per year)
$107,500
Senior salaries reflect competition among Boise's established employers, including Micron and Albertsons.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$120,000+
Principal designers work in product leadership or consulting for national clients.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$32 - $50
per hour
Mid-level
$50 - $80
per hour
Senior
$80 - $110
per hour