What are the main factors that influence a UI Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A UI Engineer's salary?

A UI Engineer's salary grows with experience: a UI Engineer (0-2 years)earns $80,204, a Frontend Developer II (2-4 years)earns $101,100, a Frontend Developer III (4-7 years)earns $117,922, a Frontend Developer IV (7+ years)earns $147,854, a Frontend Developer V (7-10 years)earns $176,990,

What are the highest paying states for a UI Engineer?

UI Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for UI Engineer roles are District of Columbia $80,844, California $80,538, Massachusetts $79,464. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of UI Engineer roles make?

Salaries for UI Engineer level roles vary by specialization: UI Developer V: $162,160; Senior UI Engineer: $146,255; UI Architect: $142,056; UI Software Engineer: $129,552; UI Lead: $113,436.

UI Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a UI Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a UI Engineer in District of Columbia is $80,844 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, a UI Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,483
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,978 to $89,554
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,547

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UI Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,554	$7,463	$1,722	$43
Average	$80,844	$6,737	$1,555	$39
25th Percentile	$75,978	$6,331	$1,461	$37

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Key Factors That Influence UI Engineer Salaries

A UI Engineer'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects UI Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a UI Engineer'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): $80,204
Early Career (1-2 years): $101,100
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $117,922
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $147,854
Expert (over 8 years): $176,990

Levels	Salary
UI Engine... Level UI Engineer	$80,204
Frontend ... Level UI Engineer	$101,100
Frontend ... Level UI Engineer	$117,922
Frontend ... Level UI Engineer	$147,854
Frontend ... Level UI Engineer	$176,990

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How Do UI Engineer 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 UI Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $80,844.
California: $80,538.
Massachusetts: $79,464.

District of Columbia $80,844 California $80,538 Massachusetts $79,464 Washington $79,172 New Jersey $79,143 Alaska $79,041 Connecticut $78,033 New York $77,624

Hawaii $76,317 Rhode Island $75,704 Maryland $75,288 Minnesota $74,718 Colorado $74,499 Illinois $74,426 Oregon $74,149 Delaware $73,944

New Hampshire $73,816 Virginia $73,528 Pennsylvania $72,688 Nevada $72,265 North Dakota $72,126 Michigan $71,907 Wisconsin $71,827 Vermont $71,666

Texas $71,221 Maine $71,191 Arizona $71,148 Ohio $71,097 Georgia $70,425 Indiana $70,089 Wyoming $70,023 Utah $69,921

Iowa $69,877 Kansas $69,527 Louisiana $69,424 North Carolina $69,388 Missouri $69,373 Florida $69,089 Montana $68,935 Nebraska $68,789

Kentucky $68,709 South Carolina $68,417 Tennessee $68,234 Idaho $68,161 New Mexico $67,628 Oklahoma $67,511 Alabama $67,081 South Dakota $66,358

Arkansas $65,963 West Virginia $65,752 Mississippi $65,116

Top Paying Cities for UI Engineers

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:

Parcel Return Service: $80,405
Washington: $80,406
Naval Anacost Annex: $80,403

Parcel Return Service, DC $80,405 Washington, DC $80,406 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $80,403 Washington Navy Yard, DC $80,405

UI Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a UI Engineer'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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$75,978

Average $80,844/year

$89,554

$6,331

Average $6,737/month

$7,463

$1,461

Average $1,555/week

$1,722

$37

Average $39/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,554	$7,463	$1,722	$43
Average	$80,844	$6,737	$1,555	$39
25th Percentile	$75,978	$6,331	$1,461	$37

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