UI Designer Salary
technology · United States · 2025
National Median
$86,000
per year
National Salary Data
P10
$52k
Entry level
P25
$67k
Junior
P50
$86k
Median
P75
$110k
Senior
P90
$138k
Top earner
P10
$52,000
P50
$86,000
P90
$138,000
Salary Distribution Chart
City Salary Comparison
| City | P25 | Median | P75 |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CAHighest | $100,500 | $129,000 | $165,000 |
| New York, NY | $90,450 | $116,100 | $148,500 |
| Seattle, WA | $87,100 | $111,800 | $143,000 |
| Boston, MA | $83,750 | $107,500 | $137,500 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $80,400 | $103,200 | $132,000 |
| Austin, TX | $73,700 | $94,600 | $121,000 |
| Denver, CO | $73,700 | $94,600 | $121,000 |
| Chicago, IL | $70,350 | $90,300 | $115,500 |
| Dallas, TX | $67,000 | $86,000 | $110,000 |
| Miami, FL | $63,650 | $81,700 | $104,500 |
H-1B Average Wage
$84,280
DOL prevailing wage reference for UI Designer
Source: U.S. Department of Labor H-1B Disclosure Data
Quick Stats
P10–P90 Range$52,000 – $138,000
Interquartile Range$67,000 – $110,000
Top City (SF)$129,000
Industrytechnology
Salary Negotiation Calculator
Based on UI Designer market data
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Market Median: $86,000
Current
$80,000
Increase
+$6,000
(+7.5%)
Target
$86,000
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.