UX Designer Salary in Portage County, Ohio

Portage County includes Kent, a city in the region. Cost of living varies across the region. University contracts and healthcare projects involve design work.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$50,000 to $64,000

Average (per year)

$57,000

Entry-level roles are most common at Kent State University or in local software startups.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$64,000 to $80,000

Average (per year)

$72,000

Mid-level designers work on education, healthcare, and manufacturing projects across the county.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$80,000 to $96,000

Average (per year)

$88,000

Senior UX designers split time between teaching, consulting, and leadership at local firms.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$96,000+

Principal roles appear at larger institutions or in remote positions.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$24 - $34

per hour

Mid-level

$34 - $43

per hour

Senior

$43 - $58

per hour