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UX Designer Salary in Australia

UX Designers research user behaviour and create intuitive product interfaces. In Australia, UX roles are concentrated in tech companies and digital agencies. Seek listings at mid-senior level often ask for Figma, research skills, and experience with design systems.

AU Typical Range

$80k$135k

AU Median

$103k

NZ Typical Range

NZD $70k$118k

Salary by experience level

Junior UX Designer

AU$68k – $88k
NZNZD $60k – $80k

UX Designer

AU$88k – $115k
NZNZD $80k – $100k

Senior UX Designer

AU$115k – $150k
NZNZD $100k – $130k

UX Lead / Manager

AU$145k – $185k
NZNZD $128k – $162k

Estimated take-home pay (AU median)

Based on $103k gross, ATO 2024–25 individual tax rates, 2% Medicare levy. No salary packaging, no HECS.

Annual

$76,998

Monthly

$6,417

Fortnightly

$2,961

Common employers on Seek

CanvaAtlassianANZSeekTelstraDomain

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average UX Designer salary in Australia?

The average UX Designer salary in Australia is around $103k per year, with a typical Seek range of $80k – $135k. Pay varies by experience, location, and employer size.

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What does a UX Designer take home after tax in Australia?

At the median salary of $103k, take-home pay is approximately $76,998 per year ($6,417 per month) after income tax and the 2% Medicare levy, based on ATO 2024–25 rates. This estimate excludes salary packaging and HECS repayments.

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