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Front end developer salary in United States, 2026

How much does a Front End Developer make in the United States?

Average base salary

$127,236
Average $127,236
Low $74,460
High $217,416

The average salary for a front end developer is $127,236 per year in the United States and $5,000 cash bonus per year.3.3k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated October 4, 2026).

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Front End Engineer
BLITZ APP INC
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
5 years ago

Highest paying companies for Front End Developer in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
ExxonMobil
 
$284,960per year
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DTS
 
$273,000per year
Bloomberg
 
$273,000per year
Strategic Data Systems
 
$269,376per year
Block
 
$268,242per year
SSATI
 
$267,500per year

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Highest paying cities for Front End Developers near United States

  1. San Francisco, CA
    $178,086 per year
  2. San Jose, CA
    $169,863 per year
  3. Seattle, WA
    $153,906 per year
  4. New York, NY
    $146,932 per year
  5. Atlanta, GA
    $145,296 per year

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Front End Developer

The average salary for a Front End Developer is $127,236 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 3.3k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on October 4, 2026.

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Front End Developer salaries typically range between a low of $74,460 and a high of $217,416 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Front End Developer include San Francisco, CA at $178,086 per year, San Jose, CA at $169,863 per year, and Seattle, WA at $153,906 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Front End Developer include ExxonMobil ($284,960 per year) and DTS ($273,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Front End Developer salary compares to related positions:

  • Junior Front End Developer: Average $66,999 per year
  • Lead Front End Developer: Average $170,438 per year

How much do similar professions as Front End Developer get paid in United States?

Junior Front End Developer

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Average $66,999 per year