UX Researcher Salary in Saku, Nagano

UX researcher salaries in Saku are lower than in Japan's major urban centers. Tech jobs in Saku are found in medical device and logistics firms rather than large consumer brands. Commuting costs and housing in Saku are relatively low.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥3,200,000 to ¥3,800,000

Average (per year)

¥3,500,000

Early-career UX researchers in Saku work for manufacturing firms or local tech subsidiaries and earn salaries near the lower end of the national range.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥3,900,000 to ¥4,700,000

Average (per year)

¥4,300,000

Mid-level salaries in Saku remain below Tokyo rates.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥4,800,000 to ¥5,700,000

Average (per year)

¥5,200,000

Senior roles require project management skills, and larger employers offer higher pay for cross-functional experience.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥5,800,000+

Principal-level researchers are uncommon in Saku, and multinational firms or regional leaders offer higher packages at this level.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

¥1800 - ¥2300

per hour

Mid-level

¥2400 - ¥3000

per hour

Senior

¥3100 - ¥3900

per hour