How Much Does a User Interface Engineer Make in Washington, DC ? (2026 Salary Guide)

User Interface Engineer Salary in Washington, DC

As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for User Interface Engineer in Washington, DC is $195,661, equivalent to $94 per hour, $3,763 weekly, or $16,305 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for User Interface Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for User Interface Engineer in Washington, DC vary widely, spanning from $169,377 to $221,816. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($181,903) and 75th percentile ($209,352), while top earners (90th percentile) make $221,816 per year. This $27,449 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Problem Solving or User Interface, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Washington User Interface Engineer often earn 0.0% higher than national averages. However, Washington currently ranks 84 statewide for User Interface Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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10th Percentile User Interface Engineer Salary $169,377 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
25th Percentile User Interface Engineer Salary $181,903 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
50th Percentile User Interface Engineer Salary $195,661 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
75th Percentile User Interface Engineer Salary $209,352 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
90th Percentile User Interface Engineer Salary $221,816 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
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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 User Interface Engineer in Washington, DC. The base salary for User Interface Engineer ranges from $181,903 to $209,352 with the average base salary of $195,661. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $217,977 to $256,340 with the average total cash compensation of $237,769.

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About Washington, District of Columbia    Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area....More

Washington, District of Columbia  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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