Web Developer salary in Phoenix, AZ
Median pay, Phoenix metro
$76,230/year
about $36.65 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $59,170 – $99,510
Half of web developers in the Phoenix metro area earn more than $76,230 a year and half earn less. That's 18% lower than the national median of $92,650, and ranks #28 of the 29 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $42,960 | $20.65 |
| 25th | $59,170 | $28.45 |
| Median (50th) | $76,230 | $36.65 |
| 75th | $99,510 | $47.84 |
| 90th (top earners) | $126,530 | $60.83 |
*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 Phoenix metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $59,170 ($28.45/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $59,170 to $99,510 ($28.45 to $47.84/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $99,510 ($47.84/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, Phoenix metro. Occupation: Web Developers (SOC 15-1254). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.