How Much to Charge for UX Design in 2026 — Market Rates

Independent UX designers in 2026 are pricing across a much wider band than they were two years ago. Mid-career generalists running end-to-end product work are clustered between $105 and $160 per hour, with senior specialists in fintech, healthtech, and B2B SaaS routinely commanding $200+. Project rates have largely replaced hourly billing for scoped engagements — full product audits fall between $5,000 and $14,000, and a complete app redesign typically lands between $18,000 and $55,000 depending on platform count and research depth.