Web Developers Salary in San Jose, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA

Median annual salary $161,750 +77.9% vs national
Median hourly $77.76
10th percentile $78,380
90th percentile $228,060
Employed locally 1,710
National median $90,930

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $78,380
    25th
    $110,960
    50th (median)
    $161,750
    75th
    $212,190
    90th
    $228,060

    San Jose economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $157,444 2023 • Census ACS
    Web Developers salary vs area income 103% Median Web Developers salary is 3% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Web Developers make per hour in San Jose?

    The median hourly wage for Web Developers in San Jose, CA is $77.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $112.49 or more per hour.

    Is San Jose above or below average for Web Developers salaries?

    The median Web Developers salary in San Jose, CA is 77.9% above the national median of $90,930. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Web Developers in San Jose?

    Entry-level Web Developers (10th percentile) earn around $78,380 per year in San Jose, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $110,960.