Web Developer salary in Seattle, WA
Median pay, Seattle metro
$130,440/year
about $62.71 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $101,090 – $131,900
Half of web developers in the Seattle metro area earn more than $130,440 a year and half earn less. That's 41% higher than the national median of $92,650, and ranks #4 of the 29 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $81,190 | $39.03 |
| 25th | $101,090 | $48.60 |
| Median (50th) | $130,440 | $62.71 |
| 75th | $131,900 | $63.41 |
| 90th (top earners) | $176,750 | $84.98 |
*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 Seattle metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $101,090 ($48.60/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $101,090 to $131,900 ($48.60 to $63.41/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $131,900 ($63.41/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, Seattle metro. Occupation: Web Developers (SOC 15-1254). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.