Web Developer salary
From 1,181 certified H-1B filings (FY2025–FY2026). Base salary only.
- Occupation code 15-1254: Web Developers
- Also filed as: Front End Developer, Developer User Interface
At a glance
- Mostly Level II (mid-level). 61% of Web Developer filings are Level II, compared with 42% across all H-1B filings.
- Top filer: Compunnel Software Group. 59 filings (5% of the total), median $87,000.
- Pay depends on the city. Among the 3 metro areas with the most filings, the median ranges from $77,917 in Dallas, TX to $120,470 in San Jose, CA.
- Median up 31% since FY2020. From $64,917 in FY2020 to $85,000 in FY2026 (Q1–Q3). Nominal, not adjusted for inflation.
Web Developer H-1B salary overview
Employers filed 1,181 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications for Web Developer jobs in FY2025–FY2026 (occupation code 15-1254, Web Developers). The median base salary is $85,000, 31% below the median for all H-1B filings ($122,699), and half of the filings fall between $74,880 and $98,987. The most common wage level is Level II (mid-level), at 61% of filings. Dallas, TX has the most filings (164), and Compunnel Software Group is the employer that files the most (59).
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Top employers for Web Developer
Employers with the most Web Developer filings. Bar: share of all Web Developer filings. Figure: median base salary.
Pay by level
Entry-level · 15% of filings
Mid-level · 61% of filings
Senior · 16% of filings
Expert · 7% of filings
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By experience level
| Wage level | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Level I · Entry | $74,621 | 175 |
| Level II · Qualified | $82,118 | 719 |
| Level III · Experienced | $94,890 | 193 |
| Level IV · Fully competent | $116,387 | 86 |
Median shown when a level has at least 10 filings.
Web Developer pay by city
Median base salary in each metro area. Rent: HUD Fair Market Rent, FY2027.
Show all 19 metro areas
| Metro area | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | $77,917 | 164 |
| New York, NY | $79,520 | 134 |
| San Jose, CA | $120,470 | 108 |
| Atlanta, GA | $89,773 | 70 |
| Boston, MA | $91,005 | 56 |
| Washington, DC | $98,240 | 50 |
| Seattle, WA | $100,714 | 47 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $79,040 | 36 |
| San Francisco, CA | $116,667 | 36 |
| Chicago, IL | $83,232 | 32 |
| Austin, TX | $83,496 | 30 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $86,653 | 27 |
| Houston, TX | $83,886 | 26 |
| Miami, FL | $75,000 | 23 |
| Charlotte, NC | $85,342 | 15 |
| Baltimore, MD | $83,200 | 13 |
| San Diego, CA | $85,400 | 12 |
| Phoenix, AZ | $76,960 | 11 |
| Raleigh, NC | $74,319 | 10 |
Metro areas with at least 10 filings for this occupation.
What a Web Developer does
Develop and implement websites, web applications, application databases, and interactive web interfaces. Evaluate code to ensure that it is properly structured, meets industry standards, and is compatible with browsers and devices. Optimize website performance, scalability, and server-side code and processes. May develop website infrastructure and integrate websites with other computer applications.
Typical tasks
- Write supporting code for Web applications or Web sites.
- Design, build, or maintain Web sites, using authoring or scripting languages, content creation tools, management tools, and digital media.
- Back up files from Web sites to local directories for instant recovery in case of problems.
- Select programming languages, design tools, or applications.
- Evaluate code to ensure that it is valid, is properly structured, meets industry standards, and is compatible with browsers, devices, or operating systems.
- Develop databases that support Web applications and Web sites.
Preparation
Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed. Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
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H-1B pay vs. all U.S. workers
Across all U.S. workers in this occupation (Web Developers), the median annual wage was $92,650 in May 2025, with 70,190 people employed. The median H-1B base salary in FY2025–FY2026 is $85,000, 8% lower.
| H-1B filings | All U.S. workers (BLS, May 2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $65,374 | $48,100 |
| 25th percentile | $74,880 | $64,230 |
| Median | $85,000 | $92,650 |
| 75th percentile | $98,987 | $126,230 |
| 90th percentile | $120,440 | $162,290 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). BLS wages cover all wage and salary workers and include some incentive pay; H-1B figures are the base salary offered on certified LCAs. The two sources cover different periods. BLS reports wages of $239,200 or more as a single top value.
Salary details
Salary range
| Percentile | Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th | $65,374 |
| 25th | $74,880 |
| 50th (median) | $85,000 |
| 75th | $98,987 |
| 90th | $120,440 |
Salary by year
Median salary
Filings per year
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| Fiscal year | Median | P25 | P75 | Filings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | $64,917 | $62,500 | $72,717 | 2,230 |
| FY2021 | $65,291 | $62,500 | $73,403 | 1,429 |
| FY2022 | $67,059 | $64,106 | $77,376 | 1,472 |
| FY2023 | $76,971 | $68,120 | $88,583 | 532 |
| FY2024 | $77,011 | $70,179 | $87,000 | 500 |
| FY2025 | $84,739 | $75,878 | $98,238 | 543 |
| FY2026 | $85,000 | $74,256 | $100,714 | 638 |
Questions
How much does an H-1B Web Developer make?
The median base salary in certified H-1B filings for Web Developer jobs is $85,000 (1,181 filings, FY2025–FY2026). Half of the filings are between $74,880 and $98,987.
What does an entry-level Web Developer earn on an H-1B?
Level I (entry-level) filings have a median of $74,621. Level I accounts for 15% of Web Developer filings.
Which city pays H-1B Web Developers the most?
Among metro areas with at least 100 filings, San Jose, CA has the highest median base salary for Web Developer jobs: $120,470 (108 filings).
Which employers file the most H-1B applications for Web Developers?
Compunnel Software Group (59), Horizon International Trd (40) and JKV International (33) filed the most Web Developer LCAs in FY2025–FY2026.
Do H-1B Web Developers earn more than other U.S. workers in the same job?
The H-1B median base salary ($85,000) is 8% lower than the median wage of all U.S. workers in this occupation ($92,650, BLS May 2025). The sources measure pay differently, so treat this as a rough comparison.