Role calculator

Freelance UX Designer Rate Calculator

Calculate UX design rates for research, wireframes, prototypes, product audits, and design sprints.

Rate modelUSD, annualized
Required hourly rate$272
Day rate$2,173
Project quote$18,744
Monthly retainer$4,499
Billable hours/year813

Floor rate: $177 before tax and profit. Revenue target: $220,932.

Benchmark range

$65 to $190 per hour

UX pricing should include the thinking around the artifact: research setup, synthesis, stakeholder alignment, and iteration after feedback.

Starter$65
Solid$115
Senior$190

Pricing signals

  • research depth
  • prototype fidelity
  • stakeholder count
  • regulated workflows
  • handoff complexity

Scope examples

Use different packages for different buying moments.

UX auditprototype sprintcheckout redesignresearch synthesis package

Common questions

UX designer rate FAQ

What should a freelance UX designer charge?

Independent UX designers often need $90 to $175 per hour depending on research depth, industry risk, and seniority.

How do I price a UX audit?

Price audits by the number of flows, evidence required, recommendation depth, and whether you present to leadership.