UX Researcher Salary in Toronto — 2026 Guide
Design · +4% YoY growth
Market benchmark — insufficient local posting data
Median Salary · Toronto
$110,000
per year · CAD
↑ +4% vs 2025
Range: $79,000 — $152,000
Monthly
$9,167
Hourly
$52.88
Entry Level
$79,000
Salary by Experience Level
UX Researcher in Toronto, 2026
Entry Level0–2 years
$79,000 — $95,000Mid-Level2–5 years
$95,000 — $110,000Senior5–10 years
$110,000 — $129,000Lead / Staff10+ years
$129,000 — $152,000Skills That Increase Pay
UX Researchers with expertise in these areas typically earn 15–30% above the median.
Mixed MethodsQuant ResearchSQLUsability TestingSurvey DesignModerated InterviewsJobs-to-be-Done
About the Role
UX Researchers generate user insights that inform product decisions. Quantitative research skills (SQL, stats) and experience with B2B products attract higher compensation.
Key Facts: UX Researcher in Toronto
- Median ux researcher salary in Toronto is $110,000/year in 2026 (market benchmark).
- Entry-level positions typically start around $79,000/year.
- Senior and lead roles can reach $152,000/year and above.
- The market is growing at approximately +4% year-over-year.
- Ontario's salary transparency law requires employers to disclose pay ranges in job postings, helping candidates negotiate more effectively.
- All salary data on LANDTHATROLE is sourced from employer ATS job postings — not self-reported surveys.
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