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Principal User Experience Designer

Average Experienced Principal User Experience Designer with User Interface Design Skills Salary

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$135,165
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
25%
$109k
MEDIAN
$135k
75%
$166k

The average salary for a Principal User Experience Designer is $135,165 in 2025

Base Salary
$109k - $166k
Bonus
$0 - $21k
Total Pay
$125k - $186k
Based on 8 salary profiles (last updated Jan 28 2024)
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Common Health Benefits for a Principal User Experience Designer

Medical
83%
Dental
83%
Vision
83%

Gender Breakdown for Principal User Experience Designers

Male
50.0%
Prefer to self-define
50.0%
This data is based on 2 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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How can Principal User Experience Designers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Principal User Experience Designer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Principal User Experience Designer that oversees more junior Principal User Experience Designers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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