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UX Research Salary in Scotland

Scotland operates partially distinct labour markets, with Edinburgh and Glasgow commanding salaries that can rival or exceed many English regions. The financial services sector in Edinburgh, technology industry, oil and gas (Aberdeen) and public sector all provide strong employment.

Living costs in Edinburgh rival the South East, while Glasgow and other Scottish cities offer more affordable alternatives. Scottish income tax rates differ from the rest of the UK.

Entry Salary
£31,500
Peak Salary
£94,500
Growth
+200%
Lifetime (25yr)
£1.6m

Salary Trajectory

Stage Years Exp P25 Median P75 P90
Junior UX Researcher 0+ £27,300 £31,500 £36,750 £39,900
UX Researcher 2+ £36,750 £44,100 £52,500 £58,800
Senior UX Researcher 5+ £50,400 £60,900 £71,400 £81,900
Lead UX Researcher 8+ £63,000 £75,600 £89,250 £99,750
Head of UX Research 12+ £78,750 £94,500 £115,500 £136,500

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How Scotland Compares

Mid-career UX Research median salary by region

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UX Research in Other Regions

Based on ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) via NOMIS. Regional salary adjustments derived from ONS regional pay differentials. Career progression timelines based on industry research. All figures are gross annual pay estimates for full-time workers.