UX Researcher Salary in Metro Vancouver Regional District
Vancouver has high living costs. Global companies such as Hootsuite and Electronic Arts hire UX researchers. Salaries here are comparable to those in other Canadian cities.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$62,000 to C$78,000
Average (per year)
C$71,000
Graduates joining software firms or digital agencies in Vancouver receive entry-level salaries.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$80,000 to C$100,000
Average (per year)
C$90,000
Product companies and large enterprises hire experienced researchers in this region.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$102,000 to C$124,000
Average (per year)
C$113,000
Senior UX researchers in Vancouver work for global tech employers or large local corporations.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
C$126,000+
Principal and lead roles have salaries that vary widely by company size, stock options, and responsibilities.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
C$34 - C$44
per hour
Mid-level
C$45 - C$60
per hour
Senior
C$61 - C$80
per hour