Design · National (US)
UX Researcher Salary
Research roles contracted sharply during cost-cutting cycles and have partially recovered, concentrated at companies with genuine platform complexity rather than at every product team.
- 25th percentile
- $108k
- Median
- $138k
- 75th percentile
- $172k
- 90th percentile
- $210k
By level
Compensation by level
| Level | Experience | P25 | Median | P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry | 0–2 yrs | $84k | $100k | $136k |
| Mid | 2–5 yrs | $108k | $132k | $178k |
| Senior | 5+ yrs | $145k | $172k | $238k |
Core skills
Qualitative interviewingSurvey designUsability testingStatistical literacyResearch operations
Typical responsibilities
- Plan and run studies against product questions
- Synthesise findings into decisions
- Build and maintain participant panels
- Coach teams on research practice
Equity
Equity follows design bands, typically slightly below product design.
Bonus
Bonus targets of 8–12%.
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