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Updated: 18 May 2013
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Web Developer 2013 Total Pay (?
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$31,221 - $81,076
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$0$28K$56K$84K
Salary$34,705 - $78,636  
   
Bonus$0.00 - $5,166  
Profit Sharing$402.68 - $7,549  
Commission$0.00 - $4,913  
Total Pay (?
XTotal Pay combines base annual salary or hourly wage, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job. It does not include equity (stock) compensation, cash value of retirement benefits, or the value of other non-cash benefits (e.g. healthcare).
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$31,221 - $81,076  
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Country: United States | Currency: USD | Updated: 18 May 2013 | Individuals Reporting: 3,625

Job Description for Web Developer

Web developers design, create, and implement software code in order to improve the effectiveness of a website. They work on a team with graphic designers and web designers to develop websites with HTML, Javascript, PHP, CSS, and other coding methods. Web developers focus on the concept, interface design, and layout of a website from design to launch. They may build and test the integration of a website to make it easy to use and navigate for end users and clients. For ongoing websites, web developers troubleshoot and debug existing code in order to enhance the website’s functionality. The field of web development is currently shifting toward the optimization of mobile device applications and web browsing.

A Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field is required by many companies. Some firms may hire based on proven experience with software development and database management. Creativity and technical ability are essential for web developers to succeed. An understanding of visual design basics is necessary, and web developers must be able to clearly communicate solutions to non-technical team members and clients.

Most web developers work full-time in an office with other team members. They may have cubicles or an open office setting for collaboration. Some freelance web developers work from home and set their own schedules. Large and small firms alike hire web developers to implement responsive designs and improve their websites. Web developers often fall into the IT or Technology departments of a company.
Web Developer Tasks
  • Write code to generate web pages, access databases and business logic servers.
  • Work with with designers and content producers.
  • Test and document software for web sites.
  • Write, modify, and debug software for web sites.
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Companies and Industries for Web Developer Salaries

Popular Industries

Salary Range

Web Development$30,630 - $69,790
Marketing, Advertising, and Media Management$30,859 - $67,631
Advertising Agency$31,386 - $68,815
Internet Publishing$31,155 - $69,494
College or University$28,324 - $66,653
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Key Statistics for Web Developer Salaries and Jobs

Female
17%
female alumni
 
Male
83%
male alumni
Salary:$40,839 - $62,872 $41,085 - $64,298
Years of Experience
Less than 1 year
4%
1-4 years
52%
5-9 years
28%
10-19 years
15%
20 years or more
1%
Most Common Health Benefits
medical benefits Medical: 77% dental benefits Dental: 61%
vision benefits Vision: 45% employee benefits None: 22%

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Career Path for Web Developer Jobs

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Web Developer

Salary Range

$31,221 - $81,076
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Web Designer
$24,678 - $65,930
Webmaster
$24,767 - $72,315
Graphic Artist / Designer
$23,796 - $55,475
 
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Web Developer

Salary Range

$31,221 - $81,076
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Senior Web Developer
$49,754 - $108,225
Web Designer & Developer
$27,586 - $75,886
Software Developer, Web Applications
$39,072 - $89,795
 

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