UX Designer Salary in Salt Lake County

Salt Lake County is home to employers such as Adobe, Pluralsight, and local healthcare systems. Salaries reflect local market conditions.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$54,000 to $72,000

Average (per year)

$63,000

Early-career designers secure roles in healthcare, fintech, and SaaS companies in Salt Lake County, often with strong benefits packages.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$72,000 to $95,000

Average (per year)

$82,000

Mid-level talent in tech and digital agencies draws higher pay.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$95,000 to $120,000

Average (per year)

$107,000

Experienced designers negotiate for higher salaries at startups and established firms, especially those with leadership duties.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$120,000+

Principal and lead roles break into six figures, particularly at large tech employers and health systems.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$25 - $38

per hour

Mid-level

$38 - $55

per hour

Senior

$55 - $80

per hour