How much does a UX Researcher make in the United States? The average UX Researcher salary in the United States is $75,826 as of January 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $69,071 and $83,661. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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UX Researcher

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Xyant Services - San Jose , CA
User Experience Researcher Location: San Jose, CA / REMOTE Long Term Contract What you need to succeed: You are an experienced researcher who has a passion for employee experiences, ensuring we ...
LinkedIn - Today
netPolarity, Inc. (Saicon Consultants, Inc.) - Bremerton , WA
Role : Usability Researcher Location : Puget Sound, Washington (Hybrid) Duration : 05 Months ... UX studies
LinkedIn - Today
US Tech Solutions - Burlingame , CA
Job Title: UX Researcher V Location: Burlingame CA Onsite Duration: 12 Months Contract Pay Range: $90-$95 per hour on W2 without benefits. Summary: As a UX researcher, you'll have the opportunity to ...
LinkedIn - 13 days ago
Aquent - San Francisco , CA
Job Title: UX Research Associate III Client Location: Mountain View, CA; Onsite Starting: 01/13/2025 Salary/Pay Rate: $58.88 to $65.43/hr Firm, non-negotiable: No Hours: Full-time Duration: 6 months ...
LinkedIn - Today
Tech Mahindra - Seattle , WA
... optimization) ○ UX prototyping for 3D systems (user research, interaction design, usability testing) ● Strong understanding of fundamental and advanced signal processing concepts. ● ...
LinkedIn - 21 days ago
Aquent Talent - Redmond , WA
You will design and implement research strategies, including research to improve the quality and end-user experience for our client's product including for a diverse set of people, potentially ...
LinkedIn - Today

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of UX Researcher in the United States. The base salary for UX Researcher ranges from $69,071 to $83,661 with the average base salary of $75,826. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $70,510 to $86,982 with the average total cash compensation of $77,487.

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