Front End Software Development Engineer Salary in the United States

How much does a Front End Software Development Engineer make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Front End Software Development Engineer in the United States is $75,430 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

However, a Front End Software Development Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,075
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,863 to $83,619
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,705
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Front End Software Development Engineer Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Weekly
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Wage
75th Percentile $83,619 $6,968 $1,608 $40
Average $75,430 $6,286 $1,451 $36
25th Percentile $70,863 $5,905 $1,363 $34
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Key Factors That Influence Front End Software Development Engineer Salaries

A Front End Software Development Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Front End Software Development Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Front End Software Development Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $74,503
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $74,828
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $76,273
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $77,237
  • Expert (over 8 years): $77,477
Levels Salary
Entry Level Front End Software Development Engineer$74,503
Intermediate Level Front End Software Development Engineer$74,828
Senior Level Front End Software Development Engineer$76,273
Specialist Level Front End Software Development Engineer$77,237
Expert Level Front End Software Development Engineer$77,477
$74,503 0 yr
$74,828 < 2 yrs
$76,273 2-4 yrs
$77,237 5-8 yrs
$77,477 > 8 yrs
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How Do Front End Software Development Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Front End Software Development Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $83,516.
  • California: $83,199.
  • Massachusetts: $82,091.

Top Paying Cities for Front End Software Development Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $95,140
  • San Francisco: $94,205
  • Oakland: $92,115

What Skills Can Increase a Front End Software Development Engineer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 2.22% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • API (Mentioned in 3.65% Job Postings): An application programming interface is a way for two or more computer programs to communicate with each other. It is a type of software interface, offering a service to other pieces of software.
  • User Interface (Mentioned in 2.08% Job Postings): The user interface (UI) is the point of human-computer interaction and communication in a device. This can include display screens, keyboards, a mouse and the appearance of a desktop.
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Commitment 2.22%
API 3.65%
User Interface 2.08%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Front End Software Development Engineer's salary.
  • Written Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Innovation: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Written Communication
 $78,447
4%
Leadership
 $77,693
3%
Innovation
 $77,693
3%
Insight
 $77,693
3%
Initiative
 $77,693
3%
UI
 $77,693
3%
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How Education impacts a Front End Software Development Engineer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Front End Software Development Engineers enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Front End Software Development Engineer with a Associate's Degree is between $66,334 and $69,983).

Front End Software Development Engineer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Front End Software Development Engineer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 3.8%
High School 3.8%
Associates 25.0%
Bachelors 61.5%
Masters 9.6%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Front End Software Development Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Front End Software Development Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$70,863
Average $75,430/year
$83,619
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Average $6,286/month
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Average $1,451/week
$1,608
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Average $36/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $83,619 $6,968 $1,608 $40
Average $75,430 $6,286 $1,451 $36
25th Percentile $70,863 $5,905 $1,363 $34

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Salary Trends for Front End Software Development Engineer

Salaries for a Front End Software Development Engineer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $78,877 in 2023 to around $78,015 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Front End Software Development Engineer salary trends, .

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