Web Developer Salary in 2026

Official government data · Updated April 2026

The median annual salary for a Web Developer is $90,930 per year based on the most recent national wage survey data. Employment is projected to grow 7.5% over the 2024–2034 decade.

How Much Do Web Developers Make?

MetricValue
Median Annual Salary$90,930
10-Year Job Growth7.5%
Total Employment78,860
Typical EducationBachelor's degree

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average salary for a Web Developer?
The median annual salary for a Web Developer is $90,930 per year, based on the most recent national wage survey data.
Is Web Developer a growing career?
Employment for Web Developer roles is projected to grow 7.5% over the 2024–2034 decade. Total employment is currently 78,860 workers nationally.
What skills increase Web Developer pay?
Web Developers who demonstrate skills like Amazon Web Services AWS software, Apache Kafka, Atlassian JIRA, C# typically command higher salaries. Certifications and advanced tools expertise can further boost compensation.

Salary and employment figures from official U.S. government records. Actual compensation varies by location, experience, and employer.