UX Designer Salary in Belmont Cragin, Illinois

Belmont Cragin sits on Chicago's Northwest Side. Designers in the area are near the city center. Salaries in the area are lower than in central Chicago.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$58,000 to $65,000

Average (per year)

$61,500

Recent graduates work with small creative agencies or retail technology teams, starting with entry-level salaries.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$69,000 to $82,000

Average (per year)

$75,500

Mid-level designers support digital projects for local businesses and regional chains.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$85,000 to $99,000

Average (per year)

$92,000

Designers at this level collaborate with established companies and Chicago-based teams.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$103,000+

Lead designers work for larger employers or manage freelance projects.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$27 - $40

per hour

Mid-level

$42 - $62

per hour

Senior

$68 - $95

per hour