Web Developer salary in Tampa, FL
Median pay, Tampa metro
$78,910/year
about $37.94 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $59,700 – $103,280
Half of web developers in the Tampa metro area earn more than $78,910 a year and half earn less. That's 15% lower than the national median of $92,650, and ranks #26 of the 29 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $47,110 | $22.65 |
| 25th | $59,700 | $28.70 |
| Median (50th) | $78,910 | $37.94 |
| 75th | $103,280 | $49.65 |
| 90th (top earners) | $127,930 | $61.50 |
*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 Tampa metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $59,700 ($28.70/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $59,700 to $103,280 ($28.70 to $49.65/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $103,280 ($49.65/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, Tampa metro. Occupation: Web Developers (SOC 15-1254). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.