UX Researcher Salary in Ireland
In Ireland, mid‑level UX researchers earn around €44,500 a year. The figure reflects demand for user insight in Dublin. Pay in the area is above the national average.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€33,000 to €39,250
Average (per year)
€36,250
Entry-level UX researchers in Galway typically start at salaries aligned with Ireland's cost of living, working for tech startups, universities or medical device firms.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€40,000 to €49,000
Average (per year)
€44,500
Mid-level researchers are employed by multinational tech firms or established local companies, and their salaries rise with experience.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€50,000 to €60,500
Average (per year)
€55,250
Senior UX researchers in Galway work for medtech and software companies, and their salaries reflect prevailing market conditions.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€61,500+
Principal or lead researchers may assume strategy or management responsibilities at large tech or medical companies, with compensation that aligns with senior-level positions.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€19 - €26
per hour
Mid-level
€28 - €36
per hour
Senior
€37 - €46
per hour
Market Overview
Dublin includes multinational software companies that list UX research positions. Cork and Galway have demand from health‑tech firms and government digital services. Recruiters target candidates with mixed‑methods experience to support rapid product cycles.