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Principle User Experience Designer

Average Mid-Career Principle User Experience Designer Salary in San Francisco, California

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$153,681
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
25%
$136k
MEDIAN
$154k
75%
$164k

The average salary for a Principle User Experience Designer is $153,681 in 2025

Base Salary
$136k - $164k
Bonus
$10k - $23k
Total Pay
$146k - $174k
Based on 6 salary profiles (last updated Nov 02 2021)
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Common Health Benefits for a Principle User Experience Designer

Medical
100%
Dental
100%
Vision
100%

Gender Breakdown for Principle User Experience Designers

Male
75.0%
Female
25.0%
This data is based on 4 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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How can Principle User Experience Designers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Principle 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 Principle User Experience Designer that oversees more junior Principle User Experience Designers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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