How much does a web developer make?
The median web developer in the United States earns $92,650 per year, about $44.54 an hour. That is the midpoint of the profession: half of all web developers earn more, and half earn less.
Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025. SOC code 15-1254.
Web developer salary range
Pay for web developers spans a wide band. The lowest paid 10 percent earn under $48,100 a year, while the highest paid 10 percent take home more than $162,290. The average (mean) wage of $98,770 runs a bit higher than the median, which is normal for jobs where a group of top earners pulls the average up.
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $48,100 | $23.12 | Lowest paid |
| 25th percentile | $64,230 | $30.88 | |
| Median (50th) | $92,650 | $44.54 | Midpoint |
| 75th percentile | $126,230 | $60.69 | |
| 90th percentile | $162,290 | $78.03 | Highest paid |
Figures are national wage estimates for web developers (SOC 15-1254), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2025.
Web developer salary by state
Where you work changes the paycheck. Web developers earn the most in Washington at $130,440 a year, and the least in Arkansas at $50,550. The table below lists every state with published data, ranked by median annual salary.
| State | Median annual | Employed |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | $130,440 | 4,430 |
| Virginia | $128,380 | 4,590 |
| California | $119,570 | 7,320 |
| District of Columbia | $114,690 | 430 |
| Maryland | $112,690 | 1,960 |
| Missouri | $103,750 | 1,160 |
| Minnesota | $101,020 | 1,200 |
| Utah | $100,170 | 1,280 |
| New York | $98,580 | 3,990 |
| Massachusetts | $98,470 | 1,940 |
| Michigan | $98,470 | 1,580 |
| Rhode Island | $98,140 | N/A |
| North Carolina | $96,610 | 2,030 |
| New Jersey | $95,180 | 2,250 |
| Wisconsin | $90,630 | 1,180 |
| Georgia | $90,340 | 1,500 |
| Pennsylvania | $86,380 | 1,670 |
| Colorado | $85,950 | 1,680 |
| Connecticut | $85,930 | 750 |
| Texas | $85,800 | 4,910 |
| Louisiana | $85,330 | 490 |
| Illinois | $84,820 | 4,310 |
| Vermont | $84,550 | 70 |
| Nevada | $83,220 | 340 |
| Kentucky | $82,630 | 270 |
| Indiana | $80,870 | 860 |
| Nebraska | $80,350 | 230 |
| Idaho | $79,290 | 220 |
| Oklahoma | $78,580 | 410 |
| New Hampshire | $78,260 | 470 |
| West Virginia | $78,240 | 400 |
| South Carolina | $78,190 | 710 |
| Arizona | $76,230 | 1,010 |
| Delaware | $76,020 | N/A |
| Tennessee | $74,760 | 1,620 |
| Kansas | $73,590 | 500 |
| North Dakota | $72,190 | N/A |
| Wyoming | $68,410 | 50 |
| New Mexico | $68,120 | 130 |
| Oregon | $64,460 | 1,140 |
| Iowa | $64,210 | 420 |
| Montana | $62,060 | 550 |
| South Dakota | $51,100 | 390 |
| Arkansas | $50,550 | 400 |
State median wages for web developers (SOC 15-1254), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS state files, May 2025. States where the BLS does not publish a median are not shown.
Job outlook for web developers
The BLS projects employment of web developers to grow 3.8% from 2025 to 2035. That is about as fast as the 3.5% average for all occupations. That works out to roughly 87,400 jobs in 2025 moving toward 90,600 by 2035.
Across the decade, the BLS expects about 5,300 openings a year for web developers. Most come from the need to replace workers who move to other jobs or leave the workforce, on top of any new positions from growth.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program, 2025-35 (Table 1.2, Occupational projections and worker characteristics).
How to become a web developer
The typical entry-level education for web developers is a bachelor's degree, according to the BLS.
Education, training, and experience data: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program.
What affects how much a web developer earns
Seniority, employer, location, and specialization matter most. Workers at large tech firms and in expensive metros like San Francisco, Seattle, and New York cluster near the top of the range.
Location is one of the clearest factors. The gap between the top paying state (Washington, $130,440) and the lowest (Arkansas, $50,550) shows how much geography alone can move the number, before experience or specialization.
About 70,190 people work as web developers in the United States. At $92,650 a year, the job pays above the $50,980 median for all U.S. jobs.
Web developer salary FAQ
How much does a web developer make an hour?
The median hourly wage for a web developer is $44.54. The middle half of web developers earn between $30.88 and $60.69 per hour.
What is the highest web developer salary?
The highest paid 10 percent of web developers earn more than $162,290 per year. Top earners usually have the most experience and work in the best paying regions and industries.
How much does a web developer make a year?
The median annual salary for a web developer is $92,650. The average (mean) wage of $98,770 runs a bit higher than the median, which is normal for jobs where a group of top earners pulls the average up.
Is being a web developer a well paid job?
At $92,650 a year, a web developer earns above the $50,980 median for all U.S. jobs. About 70,190 people work as web developers in the United States.
Which state pays web developers the most?
Washington has the highest median salary for web developers at $130,440 a year. Virginia ($128,380) and California ($119,570) follow. State medians come from the BLS OEWS state files, May 2025.
Is being a web developer a good career?
Employment of web developers is projected to grow 3.8% from 2025 to 2035, about as fast as the 3.5% average for all occupations. The BLS projects about 5,300 openings each year, from growth and from workers leaving the occupation.
Do you need a degree to become a web developer?
The BLS lists the typical entry-level education for web developers as a bachelor's degree, so a college degree is usually expected.
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