UX Researcher Salary in Songjiang, Shanghai

Songjiang has industrial parks and a university district. UX researcher salaries track with the higher cost of living and expanding tech sector compared to outlying suburbs.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥108,000 to ¥156,000

Average (per year)

¥132,000

Starting salaries in Songjiang target graduates joining industrial parks and university tech incubators.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥156,000 to ¥228,000

Average (per year)

¥192,000

Mid-level researchers support large manufacturers and growing SaaS providers, with compensation reflecting diverse employer types.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥228,000 to ¥324,000

Average (per year)

¥276,000

Those with seniority lead user studies for multinational firms and R&D centers, earning higher salaries due to project complexity.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥324,000+

Lead researchers in Songjiang work on digital strategy.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

¥65 - ¥120

per hour

Mid-level

¥120 - ¥210

per hour

Senior

¥210 - ¥340

per hour