UX Designer Salary in Uruguay
Montevideo has a median mid‑level UX designer salary of about 80,000 UYU per year. The figure is about 80,000 UYU per year.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$U44,000 to $U65,000
Average (per year)
$U55,000
Smaller digital agencies and local businesses in Melo offer starting roles with modest pay.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$U65,000 to $U95,000
Average (per year)
$U80,000
Designers with several years' experience find positions at regional firms or public institutions at this range.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$U95,000 to $U125,000
Average (per year)
$U110,000
Senior UX designers work as contracted consultants or in government digital transformation projects.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$U125,000+
Top earners in Melo combine multiple roles, such as design lead and product manager, in local companies.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$U250 - $U350
per hour
Mid-level
$U350 - $U500
per hour
Senior
$U500 - $U700
per hour
Market Overview
Tech firms in Montevideo and Punta del Este hire designers for fintech apps, e‑commerce platforms, and tourism portals. Start‑ups supplement salaries with equity and flexible remote options. Universities produce graduates trained in UI tools.