UX Designer Salary Benchmarks — Is Your Offer Good?

Senior UX designers and product designers at product-led companies can earn close to engineering equivalents. The market has matured significantly in the last few years.

Estimates based on public benchmarks and modelled data. How we calculate →

Is your offer good?

Knowing the market range is step one. The real question is where your specific offer sits within it — and how much room you have to negotiate. If your offer is in the bottom 30% for your role and location, there's a strong case to push back.

Use the CompVerdict tool to get your verdict instantly. No signup, no email. You'll also get a ready-to-send negotiation script based on your exact offer.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average UX Designer salary across major cities?

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UX Designer salaries vary significantly by city. London typically pays the most in Europe — 30–45% above the European average. Amsterdam, Dublin, and Paris follow. Berlin and Munich sit around the European average. Spanish and Portuguese markets pay 15–30% below the average. San Francisco and New York lead globally.

How do I know if my UX Designer offer is good?

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Compare your offer to the market range for your specific city and experience band. If your offer is below the 35th percentile for your band, there's a strong case you're being underpaid. Use the CompVerdict tool to check your specific offer instantly.

What is a competitive UX Designer salary?

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A competitive UX Designer salary sits at or above the 65th percentile for your city and experience level. Anything above the 75th percentile is exceptional. Below the 40th percentile, there's usually room to negotiate — and it's worth trying.

How much do senior UX Designers earn?

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Senior UX Designers (7+ years) typically earn 30–45% more than mid-level rates in the same city. In high-paying markets like London, San Francisco, or Amsterdam, senior roles often exceed the figures shown for mid-level by a meaningful amount.

Salary estimates are based on public benchmarks and modelled data. They represent gross annual base salary and do not include bonuses, equity, or benefits. Read our methodology →