UX Designer Salary
technology · United States · 2025
National Median
$95,000
per year
National Salary Data
P10
$58k
Entry level
P25
$74k
Junior
P50
$95k
Median
P75
$120k
Senior
P90
$150k
Top earner
P10
$58,000
P50
$95,000
P90
$150,000
Salary Distribution Chart
City Salary Comparison
| City | P25 | Median | P75 |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CAHighest | $111,000 | $142,500 | $180,000 |
| New York, NY | $99,900 | $128,250 | $162,000 |
| Seattle, WA | $96,200 | $123,500 | $156,000 |
| Boston, MA | $92,500 | $118,750 | $150,000 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $88,800 | $114,000 | $144,000 |
| Austin, TX | $81,400 | $104,500 | $132,000 |
| Denver, CO | $81,400 | $104,500 | $132,000 |
| Chicago, IL | $77,700 | $99,750 | $126,000 |
| Dallas, TX | $74,000 | $95,000 | $120,000 |
| Miami, FL | $70,300 | $90,250 | $114,000 |
H-1B Average Wage
$93,100
DOL prevailing wage reference for UX Designer
Source: U.S. Department of Labor H-1B Disclosure Data
Quick Stats
P10–P90 Range$58,000 – $150,000
Interquartile Range$74,000 – $120,000
Top City (SF)$142,500
Industrytechnology
Salary Negotiation Calculator
Based on UX Designer market data
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Market Median: $95,000
Current
$80,000
Increase
+$15,000
(+18.8%)
Target
$95,000
Negotiation Tips
- Research the market rate thoroughly — you are doing that now!
- Ask for 10-20% above your target to leave room for negotiation.
- Highlight your unique achievements and quantifiable impact.
- Consider the full compensation package: equity, benefits, PTO.
- Practice your pitch out loud before the actual conversation.