Web Developer Salary
Web Developers earn a median $92,650 a year nationally. Computer and Mathematical Occupations
What web developers do
Develop and implement websites, web applications, application databases, and interactive web interfaces. Evaluate code to ensure that it is properly structured, meets industry standards, and is compatible with browsers and devices. Optimize website performance, scalability, and server-side code and processes. May develop website infrastructure and integrate websites with other computer applications.
- Typical education
- Bachelor's degree
- Work experience
- None required
- On-the-job training
- None
- Job outlook, 2025–35
- +3.8% (about average)
- Openings per year
- 5,300
- Self-employed
- 18%
Employment of web developers is projected to grow 3.8% from 2025 to 2035, about the same as the 3.5% average for all occupations. About 5,300 openings are expected each year, on average, including jobs left by workers who retire or switch careers.
Source: BLS Standard Occupational Classification and Employment Projections, 2025–35.
Web Developer take-home pay calculator
Starts at the national median. Pick your state to see your real paycheck.
- Federal income tax$11,553
- Social Security (6.2%)$5,744
- Medicare (1.45%)$1,343
- Texas income tax$0
- Take-home pay$74,009
Marginal rate: 22% federal + 0.00% state
Pay by experience
| Percentile | Salary | Hourly | Take-home (no state tax) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $48,100 | $23.13 | $40,828 |
| 25th percentile | $64,230 | $30.88 | $53,789 |
| Median (50th) | $92,650 | $44.54 | $74,009 |
| 75th percentile | $126,230 | $60.69 | $97,544 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $162,290 | $78.02 | $122,191 |
Best cities for web developers (after tax & cost of living)
| # | Metro area | Median | Take-home | Real value* | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seattle, WA | $130,440 | $100,422 | $90,362 | 3,470 |
| 2 | Washington, DC | $134,350 | $94,643 | $86,921 | 3,840 |
| 3 | Chicago, IL | $96,870 | $72,328 | $69,818 | 2,790 |
| 4 | New York, NY | $104,820 | $77,427 | $68,785 | 4,200 |
*Take-home pay in U.S.-average dollars (BEA Regional Price Parities).
Highest-paying cities
- Washington, DC — $134,350
- Seattle, WA — $130,440
- New York, NY — $104,820
- Chicago, IL — $96,870
Web Developer salary by state
| State | Median | 1-yr change | Take-home | Range | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | $130,440 | +16.5% | $100,422 | $70,520 – $172,060 | 4,430 |
| Virginia | $128,380 | +15.8% | $92,446 | $76,640 – $178,230 | 4,590 |
| California | $119,570 | +1.9% | $84,503 | $44,990 – $202,850 | 7,320 |
| District of Columbia | $114,690 | −5.2% | $82,734 | $76,160 – $172,520 | 430 |
| Maryland | $112,690 | +0.8% | $83,103 | $61,690 – $155,830 | 1,960 |
| Missouri | $103,750 | +2.8% | $77,879 | $58,140 – $186,260 | 1,160 |
| Minnesota | $101,020 | +1.2% | $74,552 | $53,620 – $158,630 | 1,200 |
| Utah | $100,170 | +24.7% | $75,758 | $49,280 – $156,430 | 1,280 |
| New York | $98,580 | +46.3% | $73,405 | $32,510 – $185,610 | 3,990 |
| Massachusetts | $98,470 | −8.5% | $73,400 | $54,510 – $169,360 | 1,940 |
| Michigan | $98,470 | +0.8% | $74,169 | $49,930 – $149,660 | 1,580 |
| Rhode Island | $98,140 | +2.9% | $74,808 | $84,650 – $127,970 | — |
| North Carolina | $96,610 | +2.7% | $73,449 | $54,450 – $140,550 | 2,030 |
| New Jersey | $95,180 | +8.2% | $71,916 | $51,010 – $151,020 | 2,250 |
| Wisconsin | $90,630 | +33.3% | $69,165 | $51,480 – $125,940 | 1,180 |
| Georgia | $90,340 | +20.5% | $68,318 | $50,130 – $139,490 | 1,500 |
| Pennsylvania | $86,380 | −3.9% | $66,946 | $39,780 – $134,640 | 1,670 |
| Colorado | $85,950 | −15.5% | $66,222 | $48,280 – $122,170 | 1,680 |
| Connecticut | $85,930 | +14.1% | $66,131 | $55,060 – $133,220 | 750 |
| Texas | $85,800 | −7.9% | $69,190 | $50,060 – $158,460 | 4,910 |
| Louisiana | $85,330 | +14.5% | $66,686 | $49,930 – $106,110 | 490 |
| Illinois | $84,820 | −17.9% | $64,447 | $70,650 – $128,700 | 4,310 |
| Vermont | $84,550 | +2.9% | $65,191 | $66,570 – $134,150 | 70 |
| Nevada | $83,220 | +4.6% | $67,375 | $52,990 – $139,360 | 340 |
| Kentucky | $82,630 | +2.1% | $64,186 | $52,930 – $130,140 | 270 |
| Indiana | $80,870 | +9.6% | $63,366 | $47,150 – $132,120 | 860 |
| Nebraska | $80,350 | +8.1% | $62,580 | $52,660 – $125,470 | 230 |
| Idaho | $79,290 | −5.9% | $61,516 | $49,340 – $113,870 | 220 |
| Oklahoma | $78,580 | +2.4% | $61,120 | $44,140 – $126,790 | 410 |
| New Hampshire | $78,260 | −16.6% | $63,886 | $60,810 – $140,240 | 470 |
| West Virginia | $78,240 | +13.1% | $61,036 | $48,370 – $103,390 | 400 |
| South Carolina | $78,190 | −6.0% | $60,302 | $52,850 – $125,210 | 710 |
| Arizona | $76,230 | −12.4% | $60,761 | $46,150 – $150,010 | 1,010 |
| Delaware | $76,020 | +4.4% | $58,634 | $50,790 – $117,500 | — |
| Tennessee | $74,760 | −0.3% | $61,424 | $52,000 – $154,920 | 1,620 |
| Kansas | $73,590 | +3.0% | $57,294 | $48,750 – $133,510 | 500 |
| North Dakota | $72,190 | +1.4% | $59,467 | $51,770 – $85,590 | — |
| Wyoming | $68,410 | — | $56,956 | $49,390 – $76,160 | 50 |
| New Mexico | $68,120 | +13.5% | $54,716 | $43,300 – $107,540 | 130 |
| Oregon | $64,460 | −19.0% | $49,163 | $49,020 – $127,250 | 1,140 |
| Iowa | $64,210 | −4.3% | $51,985 | $48,230 – $106,170 | 420 |
| Montana | $62,060 | −5.2% | $49,885 | $60,620 – $68,650 | 550 |
| South Dakota | $51,100 | +1.3% | $43,239 | $40,120 – $70,410 | 390 |
| Arkansas | $50,550 | +16.1% | $41,038 | $39,640 – $112,020 | 400 |
Related jobs
| Job | Median salary | Education | Growth 2025–35 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Programmer | $100,390 | Bachelor's degree | -7.3% |
| Web and Digital Interface Designer | $104,000 | Bachelor's degree | +6.0% |
| Software Quality Assurance Analyst and Tester | $104,300 | Bachelor's degree | +5.7% |
| Software Developer | $135,980 | Bachelor's degree | +10.2% |
| Network and Computer Systems Administrator | $99,130 | Bachelor's degree | -4.1% |
| Database Administrator | $104,620 | Bachelor's degree | -0.1% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $105,850 | Bachelor's degree | +7.9% |
| Computer Network Support Specialist | $76,220 | Associate's degree | +1.2% |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $116,580 | Bachelor's degree | +5.1% |
| Computer User Support Specialist | $61,860 | Some college, no degree | -3.5% |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a web developer make?
The national median salary for web developers is $92,650 a year ($44.54 an hour). The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,100 and the top 10% earn over $162,290. Source: BLS, May 2025.
Which state pays web developers the most?
Washington has the highest median pay at $130,440. After taxes and local prices, Seattle, WA offers the best real take-home pay of any metro area.
How many web developers are there in the U.S.?
About 70,190 people work as web developers nationwide.