UX Designer Salary in Rutherford County, North Carolina

Rutherford County includes several midsize towns. Tech job concentration is lower than in the Triangle. Financial services and government offices are located in the area.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$42,000 to $51,000

Average (per year)

$46,500

Graduates work for local government or small agencies, earning salaries at the lower end of the range.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$51,000 to $64,000

Average (per year)

$57,000

Mid-level designers join financial firms or regional software companies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$64,000 to $78,000

Average (per year)

$71,000

Remote work for national employers occurs at this tier.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$78,000+

Principal designers consult for larger regional companies or work remotely.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$23 - $30

per hour

Mid-level

$30 - $44

per hour

Senior

$44 - $60

per hour