UX Designer Salary in Ontario County, New York

Ontario County is located west of the Finger Lakes. UX designer salaries are listed for the area near Rochester.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$50,000 to $60,000

Average (per year)

$55,000

Entry-level roles are found in local healthcare systems, education, and manufacturing support firms.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$61,000 to $76,000

Average (per year)

$67,000

Designers at this level join software companies in Rochester or work remotely for larger organizations.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$77,000 to $92,000

Average (per year)

$83,000

Senior UX designers lead projects at regional tech firms or support digital transformation in local businesses.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$95,000+

Principal designers consult or manage UX teams in larger upstate New York companies.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$23 - $32

per hour

Mid-level

$33 - $46

per hour

Senior

$47 - $62

per hour