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Top paying industries
The top paying industry for Web Development Engineer in United States is Information Technology with a median total pay of $179,733.
Information Technology
Top paying companies in Information Technology for Web Development Engineer are PayPal and Amazon.
Web Development Engineer: Average Salary & Pay Trends 2026 | Glassdoor
How much does Web Development Engineer make?
Total pay range
$118K - $180K/yr
$144K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$95K - $137K/yrBase pay
$23K - $43K/yrAdditional pay
How accurate is a total pay range of $118K-$180K/yr?
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Last updated Apr 10, 202594 Salaries submitted
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What is the pay outlook for Engineering?
Engineering jobs are in high demand with workers receiving generous compensation packages and bonuses. Engineering offers ample opportunity for growth and development with transferable skills across an array of fields from software, supply chain and logistics to aerospace. Most roles require at least a bachelor’s degree. To remain competitive, job-seekers should consider specialization or skill-specific programs such as coding boot-camps or certifications.
Frequently asked questions about Web Development Engineer salaries
The average salary for Web Development Engineer is $144,481 per year or $69 per hour, with top earners making up to $217,309 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $117,761 (25th percentile) to $179,636 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 94 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Web Development Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Web Development Engineer is $179,636 per year, $14,970 per month or $86 per hour.
The lowest salary for Web Development Engineer is $117,761 per year, $9,813 per month or $57 per hour.