UX Researcher Salary in Black Hawk County
Waterloo and Cedar Falls drive Black Hawk County's tech hiring, with John Deere and educational institutions as major employers. Salaries reflect the local industry's size and the limited presence of tech companies. Higher-paying roles are linked to remote work for national firms.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$49,000 to $60,000
Average (per year)
$54,500
Entry-level hiring occurs in manufacturing technology firms and educational service providers.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$60,000 to $72,000
Average (per year)
$66,000
Mid-level researchers have opportunities in Waterloo's insurance sector and hospital systems.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$72,000 to $85,000
Average (per year)
$78,500
Senior roles support large-scale digital projects in manufacturing, ag tech, or healthcare.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$85,000+
Principal roles are attached to national firms with local offices.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$26 - $33
per hour
Mid-level
$33 - $44
per hour
Senior
$44 - $55
per hour