UX Designer Salary in Minnehaha County
Minnehaha County, anchored by Sioux Falls, includes technology, healthcare, and finance employers. UX designers in the region have salaries that reflect local market conditions. The area has a lower cost of living.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$50,000 to $59,000
Average (per year)
$54,500
Graduates join regional software firms or healthcare providers.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$59,000 to $71,000
Average (per year)
$65,000
Mid-level designers find roles with financial services or logistics companies headquartered in Sioux Falls.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$71,000 to $88,000
Average (per year)
$79,500
Senior UX designers lead projects for insurance, banking, and growing SaaS firms.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$88,000+
Principal designers take on leadership at major regional employers or manage remote teams.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$27 - $38
per hour
Mid-level
$38 - $55
per hour
Senior
$55 - $75
per hour