UX Designer Salary in Outagamie County
Outagamie County includes Appleton. Cost of living and digital roles are noted. Most UX salaries here trail Madison or Milwaukee.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$56,000 to $68,000
Average (per year)
$62,000
Recent graduates join smaller agencies or mid-sized manufacturing firms with digital teams.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$70,000 to $86,000
Average (per year)
$78,000
Mid-level designers move into roles at regional healthcare systems, insurance companies, or Fox Valley tech startups.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$88,000 to $105,000
Average (per year)
$96,000
Senior UX staff lead teams in established corporations or higher education IT departments.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$108,000+
Principal designers oversee digital strategy for large employers or manage consulting businesses.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$28 - $38
per hour
Mid-level
$40 - $54
per hour
Senior
$55 - $72
per hour