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US median base salary for UX researchers by level
A column chart of US median base salaries for user researchers by experience level, from the User Interviews 2026 UX Salary Report: about $85,000 for 0 to 3 years, $110,000 for 4 to 6 years, $130,000 for 7 to 9 years, $145,000 for 10 years or more and $216,000 for director and senior director roles. Use it to set a pay band before you open a role.
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| Median base salary | |
|---|---|
| 0 to 3 yrs | $85k |
| 4 to 6 yrs | $110k |
| 7 to 9 yrs | $130k |
| 10+ yrs | $145k |
| Director | $216k |
US medians, approximate. Director covers director and senior director roles.
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<p>Source: <a href="https://www.koji.so/visuals/ux-researcher-median-base-salary-by-level-us-2026">US median base salary for UX researchers by level</a>, Koji</p>
