Web Developers Salary in U.S. (2024)
In U.S., web developers earn $90,930 at the median — $43.72 an hour. The range runs from $49K at the entry level to $163K for experienced workers.
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AffordMap analysis of BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024
So what does $91K get you in U.S.?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, U.S.
Entry-level web developers (10th percentile) start around $49K. Mid-career wages sit at $91K.Top earners bring in $163K or more - a $114K spread from bottom to top.
Web Developers pay across states
Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure
| State | Median salary | vs. national | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $121K | +33% | 700 |
| California | $117K | +29% | 10,820 |
| Washington | $112K | +23% | 4,370 |
| Maryland | $112K | +23% | 2,150 |
| Virginia | $111K | +22% | 4,450 |
| Massachusetts | $108K | +18% | 2,040 |
| Illinois | $103K | +14% | 3,170 |
| Alaska | $103K | +13% | 80 |
| Missouri | $101K | +11% | 1,580 |
| Minnesota | $100K | +10% | 1,470 |
| Michigan | $98K | +7% | 2,010 |
| Rhode Island | $95K | +5% | N/A |
| North Carolina | $94K | +3% | 1,860 |
| New Hampshire | $94K | +3% | 220 |
| Hawaii | $94K | +3% | 360 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do web developers make in U.S.?
The median is $90,930 a year - that works out to about $43.72 an hour. The range is wide: entry-level workers start around $48,560, and experienced web developers can clear $162,870. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $91K enough to live in U.S.?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $6,030/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,412/month, which eats 23.4% of your paycheck. That's under the 30% guideline most financial planners use, so the numbers work.
How far does a web developers salary go in U.S.?
U.S. has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median web developers salary is worth about $90,930 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do web developers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.