UX Lead Salary in Metro Vancouver Regional District
Metro Vancouver has a tech sector and a high cost of living. Companies here compete for UX Leads in digital media, SaaS, and e-commerce. High housing costs contribute to salaries above Canadian averages.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$80,000 to C$95,000
Average (per year)
C$88,500
Junior UX Leads in Metro Vancouver often hold foundational design skills and work under senior managers in large tech firms or agencies.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$95,000 to C$115,000
Average (per year)
C$106,000
Mid-level professionals guide small teams in startups or support product launches for companies.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$115,000 to C$135,000
Average (per year)
C$124,000
Senior UX Leads shape product direction for enterprises like Telus, Hootsuite, and fintech startups, often managing cross-functional teams.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
C$135,000+
At this stage, Principal UX Leads oversee design strategy for multinational companies.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
C$40 - C$60
per hour
Mid-level
C$60 - C$85
per hour
Senior
C$85 - C$120
per hour