Web Developer salary in Philadelphia, PA
Median pay, Philadelphia metro
$94,570/year
about $45.47 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $75,070 – $118,600
Half of web developers in the Philadelphia metro area earn more than $94,570 a year and half earn less. That's 2% higher than the national median of $92,650, and ranks #17 of the 29 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $59,070 | $28.40 |
| 25th | $75,070 | $36.09 |
| Median (50th) | $94,570 | $45.47 |
| 75th | $118,600 | $57.02 |
| 90th (top earners) | $143,410 | $68.95 |
*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 Philadelphia metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $75,070 ($36.09/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $75,070 to $118,600 ($36.09 to $57.02/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $118,600 ($57.02/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, Philadelphia metro. Occupation: Web Developers (SOC 15-1254). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.