UX Researcher salary in US
Average Base Salary in US
$105,767
$12,183
Additional Cash Compensation
$117,950
Total Compensation
Median: 93,000
Min: $10K
Max: $230K
How Much Does a UX Researcher Make in US?
The average salary for a UX Researcher in US is $105,767. The average additional cash compensation for a UX Researcher in US is $12,183. The average total compensation for a UX Researcher in US is $117,950. UX Researcher salaries are based on responses gathered by Built In from anonymous UX Researcher employees in US.
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Salary Insights
UX Researcher Salary by gender
The average UX Researcher salary for women is $111,626 and the average UX Researcher salary for men is $128,676.
UX Researcher Salary by Years of Experience
The average salary for a UX Researcher with 7+ years of experience is $142,661. The average salary for <1 year of experience is $88,078.
UX Researcher Salary ranges
The most common UX Researcher salary in US is between $160k - $170k.
Average Design + UX salaries in US
| Job Title | Average Salary | Salary Range |
|---|---|---|
| Graphic Designer | $72,420 | Min: $40K Max: $135K |
| Visual Designer | $76,682 | Min: $45K Max: $189K |
| UI Designer | $84,956 | Min: $8K Max: $185K |
| Instructional Designer | $90,644 | Min: $72K Max: $121K |
| UX Designer | $93,195 | Min: $0K Max: $300K |
| Web Designer | $93,301 | Min: $56K Max: $168K |
| Art Director | $95,674 | Min: $0K Max: $225K |
| Senior Graphic Designer | $103,068 | Min: $68K Max: $200K |
| UX Researcher | $105,767 | Min: $10K Max: $230K |
| Senior UI Designer | $109,564 | Min: $63K Max: $200K |
| Game Designer | $109,579 | Min: $79K Max: $200K |
| Product Designer | $112,928 | Min: $3K Max: $330K |
| Senior UX Designer | $122,318 | Min: $48K Max: $234K |
| Creative Director | $144,441 | Min: $0K Max: $315K |
| Design Director | $152,715 | Min: $43K Max: $338K |
| Senior Product Designer | $163,015 | Min: $90K Max: $250K |
| CCO (Chief Creative Officer) | $174,326 | Min: $9K Max: $425K |
| Creative Chief Officer | $187,675 | Min: $140K Max: $425K |
FAQ
Q:
A.
UX researchers study and understand the wants and needs of their users. UX researchers then apply those findings to enhance the design of goods, software and services.
Q:
How to become a UX researcher?
A.
UX researchers can come from a variety of backgrounds within technology or even behavioral and social sciences. Outside of education, volunteering to run UX research projects for local businesses and non-profit organizations can be helpful experience in developing a UX research portfolio.
Q:
How much does a UX researcher make?
A.
The salary range of a UX researcher is $55K-$230K. The average salary for a UX Researcher in US is $105,767.
Career Info
UX Researcher jobs in US
Skills that affect UX Researcher salaries in US
1
Usability Testing
2% have this skill
2
User Interviews
2% have this skill
3
Competitor Analysis
1% have this skill
4
Information Architecture
1% have this skill
5
Persona Definition
1% have this skill
6
User Flows
1% have this skill
Average UX Researcher Salary by Company Size
People with the job title UX Researcher make the most at companies with 1-10 employees, earning $122,438 on average.
Recent UX Researcher salaries in US
$89,100
Yearly Salary
A UX Researcher reported a yearly salary of $89,100 with +$8,910 in additional cash compensation
1-3 Years of Experience
Male
501-1,000 Employees
Remote
$150,800
Yearly Salary
A Senior UX Researcher reported a yearly salary of $150,800 with +$15,080 in additional cash compensation
7+ Years of Experience
Male
201-500 Employees
Austin, TX
$150,800
Yearly Salary
A Senior UX Researcher reported a yearly salary of $150,800 with +$15,080 in additional cash compensation
7+ Years of Experience
Male
201-500 Employees
Austin, TX
$150,000
Yearly Salary
A Senior UX Researcher reported a yearly salary of $150,000 with +$9,750 in additional cash compensation
5-7 Years of Experience
Female
1,000+ Employees
Greater Denver Area
$132,523
Yearly Salary
A UX Designer / Researcher reported a yearly salary of $132,523
5-7 Years of Experience
Other
51-200 Employees
Remote
$132,523
Yearly Salary
A UX Designer / Researcher reported a yearly salary of $132,523
5-7 Years of Experience
Other
51-200 Employees
Remote
$95,000
Yearly Salary
A UX Researcher reported a yearly salary of $95,000 with +$9,500 in additional cash compensation
1-3 Years of Experience
Female
201-500 Employees
Remote
$136,000
Yearly Salary
A Strategic Designer reported a yearly salary of $136,000 with +$42,000 in additional cash compensation
1-3 Years of Experience
Prefer not to say
1,000+ Employees
New York City, NY
$120,000
Yearly Salary
A Senior UX Researcher reported a yearly salary of $120,000
7+ Years of Experience
Female
51-200 Employees
Chicago, IL
$108,000
Yearly Salary
A UX Researcher reported a yearly salary of $108,000 with +$15,000 in additional cash compensation
1-3 Years of Experience
Prefer not to say
1,000+ Employees
Chicago, IL