Frontend Developer Salary in 2026
Frontend developers build the user-facing parts of web applications, implementing designs with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks. They ensure responsive, accessible, and performant interfaces.
Median Salary
$92,000
$7,667/mo
Entry Level
$62,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$139,000
experienced
Job Growth
+18%
10-yr outlook
Frontend Developer Overview
Frontend developers build the user-facing parts of web applications, implementing designs with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks. They ensure responsive, accessible, and performant interfaces.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Experience
1-3 years
Industry
Technology
Total Jobs (US)
220K
5-Year Growth
+18%
Category
Technology
Hourly Rate
$44.23/hr
Monthly Pay
$7,667
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Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Frontend Developer Salary
$113,000
$9,417/month · $4,346/biweekly · $54.33/hr
Frontend Developer Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Frontend Developer field.
Entry-level Frontend Developers earn around $62,000, while the top 10% earn $152,000 or more.
Top Paying States for Frontend Developers
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $109,000 | +$17,000 |
| New York | $106,000 | +$14,000 |
| Washington | $103,000 | +$11,000 |
| Massachusetts | $103,000 | +$11,000 |
| Texas | $90,000 | $-2,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Frontend Developers
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | $115,000 | +$23,000 |
| New York | $109,000 | +$17,000 |
| Seattle | $105,000 | +$13,000 |
| Boston | $103,000 | +$11,000 |
| Austin | $95,000 | +$3,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Frontend Developer Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Frontend Developer from entry level to expert.
$62,000
0-2 years
$101,000
3-7 years
$139,000
8-14 years
$165,000
15+ years
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