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