UX Researcher Salary in Utah, United States
UX researcher salaries are reported for Salt Lake City. The median salary is $80,500 per year. Cost of living is noted.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$59,000 to $72,500
Average (per year)
$65,000
Entry-level hires work in local technology firms.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$71,500 to $89,000
Average (per year)
$80,500
Mid-level researchers are employed by companies in the region.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$89,000 to $111,500
Average (per year)
$100,000
Senior positions may include team leadership responsibilities.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$112,000+
Principal researchers are hired by organizations in the technology sector.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$30 - $38
per hour
Mid-level
$39 - $51
per hour
Senior
$52 - $67
per hour
Nationally, UX researchers earn around $95,000, so Utah's median sits modestly below the average.