UX Researcher Salary in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Addis Ababa reports a median salary for mid‑level UX researchers. The figure reflects demand. Housing costs are a factor.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
Br180,000 to Br288,000
Average (per year)
Br234,000
Graduates join telecom firms or software startups and receive starting salaries.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
Br290,000 to Br420,000
Average (per year)
Br355,000
Mid-level researchers in Addis Ababa work in financial services, health tech, and government digital projects.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
Br430,000 to Br600,000
Average (per year)
Br515,000
Senior roles oversee teams at banks, NGOs, or tech firms.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
Br605,000+
Principal researchers lead cross-functional projects and set strategy for digital transformation initiatives in Addis Ababa's largest employers.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
Br110 - Br180
per hour
Mid-level
Br185 - Br280
per hour
Senior
Br300 - Br430
per hour
Addis Ababa salaries differ from Ethiopia's average for UX researchers. Compensation is linked to housing and transport costs.