UX Researcher Salary in Kelowna, British Columbia

Salaries in Kelowna are influenced by the local cost of living. Employers include SaaS companies, health tech, and digital consultancies clustered downtown.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

C$57,000 to C$69,500

Average (per year)

C$64,000

New hires join Kelowna's emerging tech startups or work with local SaaS firms at starting rates.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

C$71,000 to C$86,000

Average (per year)

C$78,500

Tech companies in the Innovation Centre contribute to mid-level compensation.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

C$87,500 to C$102,000

Average (per year)

C$95,000

Senior UX researchers work for high-growth firms and regional healthcare employers.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

C$104,000+

Principal-level roles are with tech firms or as consultants for multiple organizations across the Okanagan.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

C$32 - C$40

per hour

Mid-level

C$41 - C$54

per hour

Senior

C$56 - C$70

per hour