UX Designer Salary in Morris County
In Morris County, salaries are influenced by nearby New York City. High living expenses are a factor for UX designer wages. Local companies in banking, pharma, and consulting hire experienced talent.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$67,000 to $82,000
Average (per year)
$74,500
Early‑career designers work on digital projects for large companies.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$82,000 to $105,000
Average (per year)
$93,500
Mid‑level UX professionals, who have several years of experience, handle complex design systems for healthcare, financial services, or enterprise software firms.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$105,000 to $128,000
Average (per year)
$116,500
Senior designers lead user research and set interface standards.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$128,000+
Principal designers oversee UX for entire product lines or multiple teams.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$38 - $52
per hour
Mid-level
$53 - $72
per hour
Senior
$73 - $95
per hour