Web Developers Salary (2025)
Based on 70,190 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $48,100 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $64,230 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $92,650 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $126,230 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $162,290 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$48K
25th
$64K
Median
$93K
75th
$126K
90th
$162K
Highest Paying States for Web Developers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Virginia | $129,540 |
| Washington | $124,290 |
| California | $122,890 |
| District of Columbia | $119,280 |
| Missouri | $109,420 |
| Maryland | $108,540 |
| Massachusetts | $108,520 |
| Minnesota | $103,500 |
| New York | $102,850 |
| Rhode Island | $102,540 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Web Developers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Virginia at an average of $129,540 per year, while Rhode Island has an average of $102,540 — a difference of $27,000. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Web Developers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 70,190 workers were employed as Web Developerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Computer and Mathematical Occupations. The annual mean wage of $98,770 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 15-1254