Web Developer salary in Detroit, MI
Median pay, Detroit metro
$108,550/year
about $52.19 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $74,600 – $138,540
Half of web developers in the Detroit metro area earn more than $108,550 a year and half earn less. That's 17% higher than the national median of $92,650, and ranks #5 of the 29 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $52,140 | $25.07 |
| 25th | $74,600 | $35.87 |
| Median (50th) | $108,550 | $52.19 |
| 75th | $138,540 | $66.61 |
| 90th (top earners) | $167,360 | $80.46 |
*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 Detroit metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $74,600 ($35.87/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $74,600 to $138,540 ($35.87 to $66.61/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $138,540 ($66.61/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, Detroit metro. Occupation: Web Developers (SOC 15-1254). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.