User Interface Designer & Developer Salary in the United States

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

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a User Interface Designer & Developer in the United States is $91,224 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $106,486
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $83,111 to $99,213
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,725
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User Interface Designer & Developer Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $99,213 $8,268 $1,908 $48
Average $91,224 $7,602 $1,754 $44
25th Percentile $83,111 $6,926 $1,598 $40
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Key Factors That Influence User Interface Designer & Developer Salaries

A User Interface Designer & Developer'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 User Interface Designer & Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a User Interface Designer & Developer'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): $78,748
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $90,636
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $116,525
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $140,994
  • Expert (over 8 years): $160,643
Levels Salary
UI Design... Level User Interface Designer & Developer$78,748
User Inte... Level User Interface Designer & Developer$90,636
UI Design... Level User Interface Designer & Developer$116,525
UI Design... Level User Interface Designer & Developer$140,994
UI Design... Level User Interface Designer & Developer$160,643
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$116,525 2-4 yrs
$140,994 5-8 yrs
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How Do User Interface Designer & Developer 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 User Interface Designer & Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $101,003.
  • California: $100,620.
  • Massachusetts: $99,279.

Top Paying Cities for User Interface Designer & Developers

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: $115,061
  • San Francisco: $113,801
  • Oakland: $111,403

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

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Collaboration (Mentioned in 4.49% Job Postings): Works cooperatively and shares ideas with coworkers and managers to achieve common goals and objectives.
  • System Design (Mentioned in 2.98% Job Postings): Systems design is the process of defining elements of a system like modules, architecture, components and their interfaces and data for a system based on the specified requirements.
  • JavaScript (Mentioned in 2.24% Job Postings): Using JavaScript in the development and maintenance of Web-based application systems.
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Collaboration 4.49%
System Design 2.98%
JavaScript 2.24%
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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 User Interface Designer & Developer's salary.
  • Authenticity: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Prioritization: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Storytelling: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Authenticity
 $95,785
5%
Prioritization
 $93,961
3%
Storytelling
 $93,961
3%
Products and Services
 $93,961
3%
Innovation
 $93,961
3%
Leadership
 $93,961
3%
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User Interface Designer & Developer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For User Interface Designer & Developer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, User Interface Designer & Developer positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view User Interface Designer & Developer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a User Interface Designer & Developer

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$100,346$48.010%
Energy & Utilities$100,346$48.010%
Financial Services$100,346$48.010%
Pharmaceuticals$100,346$48.010%
Software & Networking$100,346$48.010%

User Interface Designer & Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a User Interface Designer & Developer'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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Average $91,224/year
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75th Percentile $99,213 $8,268 $1,908 $48
Average $91,224 $7,602 $1,754 $44
25th Percentile $83,111 $6,926 $1,598 $40

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Salary Trends for User Interface Designer & Developer

Salaries for a User Interface Designer & Developer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $103,543 in 2023 to around $103,248 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of User Interface Designer & Developer salary trends, .

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