UX Designer Salary in King County

Major tech headquarters in King County, such as Microsoft and Amazon, are among the employers hiring UX designers. The local housing market and tech sector influence salary and contract rates.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$80,000 to $105,000

Average (per year)

$92,500

Seattle-based companies provide salaries to entry-level UX designers.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$106,000 to $128,000

Average (per year)

$117,000

Designers in King County with several years of experience work at tech firms.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$129,000 to $155,000

Average (per year)

$142,000

Senior UX roles here involve team leadership and work on consumer and enterprise products.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$156,000+

Principal designers work at large tech employers and oversee product lines.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$55 - $75

per hour

Mid-level

$76 - $110

per hour

Senior

$111 - $150

per hour