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Web developer salary in United States

How much does a Web Developer make in the United States?

Average base salary

$86,973
Average $86,973
Low $49,598
High $152,512

The average salary for a web developer is $86,973 per year in the United States and $2,500 cash bonus per year.1.4k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated September 13, 2026).

Web Developer job openings in United States

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Web Application Developer
Paragon Micro Incorporated
Buffalo Grove, IL
Up to $150,000 a year
Full-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Web Developer in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Self-Employeed
 
$350,000per year
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HARVEY
 
$240,000per year
Block
 
$237,600per year
Metropolis
 
$231,667per year
Genesys
 
$227,500per year
Zenni Optical
 
$225,000per year

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Highest paying cities for Web Developers near United States

  1. Columbus, OH
    $139,586 per year
  2. Washington, DC
    $112,905 per year
  3. New York, NY
    $104,182 per year
  4. Queens, NY
    $97,531 per year
  5. Austin, TX
    $95,405 per year

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Web Developer

The average salary for a Web Developer is $86,973 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 1.4k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 13, 2026.

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Web Developer salaries typically range between a low of $49,598 and a high of $152,512 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Web Developer include Columbus, OH at $139,586 per year, Washington, DC at $112,905 per year, and New York, NY at $104,182 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Web Developer include Self-Employeed ($350,000 per year) and HARVEY ($240,000 per year).

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

  • Entry Level Web Developer: Average $74,539 per year
  • Senior Web Developer: Average $115,680 per year

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