Web Developer salary in Pittsburgh, PA
Median pay, Pittsburgh metro
$82,560/year
about $39.69 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $57,530 – $95,890
Half of web developers in the Pittsburgh metro area earn more than $82,560 a year and half earn less. That's 11% lower than the national median of $92,650, and ranks #23 of the 29 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $36,660 | $17.63 |
| 25th | $57,530 | $27.66 |
| Median (50th) | $82,560 | $39.69 |
| 75th | $95,890 | $46.10 |
| 90th (top earners) | $121,830 | $58.57 |
*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 Pittsburgh metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $57,530 ($27.66/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $57,530 to $95,890 ($27.66 to $46.10/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $95,890 ($46.10/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, Pittsburgh metro. Occupation: Web Developers (SOC 15-1254). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.