Graphical User Interface Designer Salary in the United States

How much does a Graphical User Interface Designer make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Graphical User Interface Designer in the United States is $70,630 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

However, a Graphical User Interface Designer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $83,098
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,179 to $77,156
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $62,127
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Graphical User Interface Designer Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $77,156 $6,430 $1,484 $37
Average $70,630 $5,886 $1,358 $34
25th Percentile $66,179 $5,515 $1,273 $32
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Key Factors That Influence Graphical User Interface Designer Salaries

A Graphical User Interface Designer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Graphical User Interface Designer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Graphical User Interface Designer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $71,557
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $90,200
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,208
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $131,913
  • Expert (over 8 years): $157,908
Levels Salary
Graphical... Level Graphical User Interface Designer$71,557
Frontend ... Level Graphical User Interface Designer$90,200
Frontend ... Level Graphical User Interface Designer$105,208
Frontend ... Level Graphical User Interface Designer$131,913
Frontend ... Level Graphical User Interface Designer$157,908
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$90,200 < 2 yrs
$105,208 2-4 yrs
$131,913 5-8 yrs
$157,908 > 8 yrs
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How Do Graphical User Interface Designer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Graphical User Interface Designers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $78,201.
  • California: $77,904.
  • Massachusetts: $76,866.

Top Paying Cities for Graphical User Interface Designers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $89,085
  • San Francisco: $88,110
  • Oakland: $86,253

What Skills Can Increase a Graphical User Interface Designer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 2.22% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • API (Mentioned in 3.65% Job Postings): An application programming interface is a way for two or more computer programs to communicate with each other. It is a type of software interface, offering a service to other pieces of software.
  • User Interface (Mentioned in 2.08% Job Postings): The user interface (UI) is the point of human-computer interaction and communication in a device. This can include display screens, keyboards, a mouse and the appearance of a desktop.
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Commitment 2.22%
API 3.65%
User Interface 2.08%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Graphical User Interface Designer's salary.
  • Written Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Innovation: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Written Communication
 $73,455
4%
Leadership
 $72,748
3%
Innovation
 $72,748
3%
Insight
 $72,748
3%
Initiative
 $72,748
3%
UI
 $72,748
3%
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How Education impacts a Graphical User Interface Designer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Graphical User Interface Designers enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Graphical User Interface Designer with a Associate's Degree is between $66,334 and $69,983).

Graphical User Interface Designer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Graphical User Interface Designer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 3.8%
High School 3.8%
Associates 25.0%
Bachelors 61.5%
Masters 9.6%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Graphical User Interface Designer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Graphical User Interface Designer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$66,179
Average $70,630/year
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Average $5,886/month
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Average $1,358/week
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Average $34/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $77,156 $6,430 $1,484 $37
Average $70,630 $5,886 $1,358 $34
25th Percentile $66,179 $5,515 $1,273 $32

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Salary Trends for Graphical User Interface Designer

Salaries for a Graphical User Interface Designer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $75,423 in 2023 to around $74,599 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Graphical User Interface Designer salary trends, .

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