Web Developer salary in Washington, DC
Median pay, Washington DC metro
$134,350/year
about $64.59 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $106,220 – $165,690
Half of web developers in the Washington DC metro area earn more than $134,350 a year and half earn less. That's 45% higher than the national median of $92,650, and ranks #3 of the 29 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $84,580 | $40.66 |
| 25th | $106,220 | $51.07 |
| Median (50th) | $134,350 | $64.59 |
| 75th | $165,690 | $79.66 |
| 90th (top earners) | $184,050 | $88.49 |
*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 Washington DC metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $106,220 ($51.07/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $106,220 to $165,690 ($51.07 to $79.66/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $165,690 ($79.66/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, Washington DC metro. Occupation: Web Developers (SOC 15-1254). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.