Web Developer salary in Austin, TX
Median pay, Austin metro
$84,960/year
about $40.85 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $64,340 – $122,900
Half of web developers in the Austin metro area earn more than $84,960 a year and half earn less. That's 8% lower than the national median of $92,650, and ranks #21 of the 29 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $56,930 | $27.37 |
| 25th | $64,340 | $30.93 |
| Median (50th) | $84,960 | $40.85 |
| 75th | $122,900 | $59.09 |
| 90th (top earners) | $168,710 | $81.11 |
*Yearly pay divided by 2,080 hours (40 hours × 52 weeks), the full-time basis BLS uses.
Is your offer fair?
For a web developer job in the Austin metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $64,340 ($30.93/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $64,340 to $122,900 ($30.93 to $59.09/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $122,900 ($59.09/hr). Higher than three quarters of workers here.
Before you accept
- Freelance and agency roles often pay per project, so convert any offer to an hourly or yearly figure before comparing.
- Front-end, back-end and full-stack roles can be paid quite differently. Check which one the duties really describe.
- A portfolio of live sites often matters more than a degree, and can justify a higher ask.
Also watch for the common warning signs in the posting itself: 15 job posting red flags.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, Austin metro. Occupation: Web Developers (SOC 15-1254). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.