How much does a web developer make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for web developers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $64.59 an hour or $11,200 a month.
- Hourly
- $64.59
- Vs. national median
- +45%
- Rank among cities
- 3 of 163
- Jobs in the area
- 3,840
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $84,580 | $40.66 | |
| 25th | $106,200 | $51.07 | |
| Median | $134,400 | $64.59 | |
| 75th | $165,700 | $79.66 | |
| 90th | $184,100 | $88.49 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for web developers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Mathematician | $164,500 |
| Database Architect | $162,900 |
| Computer and Information Research Scientist | $161,100 |
| Computer Network Architect | $159,800 |
| Computer Occupation | $156,600 |
| Software Developer | $154,900 |
| Information Security Analyst | $149,000 |
| Actuary | $144,700 |
| Statistician | $136,700 |
| Data Scientist | $132,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a web developer make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $64.59 ($134,400 a year).
Do web developers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $134,400 against $92,650 nationally, 45% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $114,700, so Washington pays 17% more.
Where does Washington rank for web developer pay?
3 of 163 metro areas with data.
How much does a web developer make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $84,580 or less a year; the top 10% make $184,100 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.