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UX Designer Salary in Dayton, Ohio

Updated 2026-04-05BLS 2024 data — be the first to add a local report

Salary Distribution

BLS 2024
$79,350/ year

Median UX Designer in Dayton, OH

$45,920
10th
$56,000
25th
$79,350
Median
$106,000
75th
$129,320
90th

Compensation Breakdown

BLS 2024
Base salary (median)
$79,350
Total compensation (est.)
$91,253
Bonus range
$2,800 – $12,720
Mean salary
$84,111

How This Compares

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Dayton, OH median
$79,350
Ohio median
$80,937-2.0%
National median
$79,350

Cost of living in Dayton is 0% below the national average. Salary of $79,350 here is equivalent to $79,350 nationally.

Salary by Experience

0-2 years
$57,132-28.0%
3-5 years
$72,209-9.0%
6-10 years
$88,872+12.0%
10+ years
$109,503+38.0%

Salary by Company Size

Startup (< 100 employees)
$69,828-12.0%
Mid-size (100–5,000)
$79,350
Enterprise (5,000+)
$93,633+18.0%

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UX Designer Salaries in Nearby Cities

Columbus, OH$70,622/yr
Cleveland, OH$67,448/yr
Cincinnati, OH$68,241/yr
Toledo, OH$79,350/yr
Akron, OH$79,350/yr

Related Jobs in Dayton

Software Engineer$130,160/yr
Senior Software Engineer$130,160/yr
Frontend Developer$124,890/yr
Backend Developer$130,160/yr
Full Stack Developer$130,160/yr

Quick Numbers

Hourly (40hr week)$38/hr
Monthly gross$6,613/mo
25th percentile$56,000/yr
75th percentile$106,000/yr

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Market Context

via FRED

Fed Funds Rate

Mar 2026

3.64%

Inflation (CPI)

year-over-year

2.4%+0.04

National Unemployment

Mar 2026

4.3%-0.10

Ohio Unemployment

Dec 2025

4.5%

Avg Hourly Earnings

all private workers

$37.38+$0.09

10yr Treasury

Apr 2026

4.31%

Source: St. Louis Fed (FRED). Updated daily.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average UX Designer salary in Dayton?

The median UX Designer salary in Dayton is $79,350 per year, with a range from $56,000 at the 25th percentile to $106,000 at the 75th percentile. Total compensation including bonuses typically runs higher — see the breakdown above for the full picture.

How does UX Designer pay in Dayton compare to the national average?

UX Designer salaries in Dayton are 0% above the national median of $79,350. After adjusting for Dayton's cost of living, the purchasing power of that salary is equivalent to roughly $79,350 nationally — which is the number that actually matters when comparing offers across cities.

What factors affect UX Designer salaries in Dayton?

In Dayton, the biggest drivers are years of experience, company size, and industry vertical. Entry-level UX Designer roles start around $45,920, while senior and staff-level positions at larger employers can reach $129,320 or above. Specialized skills and in-demand tools can also meaningfully shift where you land in the range.

Is Dayton a good place for UX Designer jobs?

Dayton offers a UX Designer median of $79,350, which is 0% above the US median of $79,350. Whether that makes it a good market depends on your personal cost-of-living equation — Dayton is 0% cheaper than the national average, so factor that into your math.

How do I negotiate a higher UX Designer salary?

Start with the data on this page: the 75th percentile for UX Designer in Dayton is $106,000, which is a defensible anchor for a negotiation. Come in with a specific number backed by real market data — not a range — and reference your experience tier. If you're above the median, ask for the 75th percentile. If you're already at the 75th, push for total comp improvements like equity or bonus instead.