Frontend And Backend Developer Salary in the United States

How much does a Frontend And Backend Developer make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Frontend And Backend Developer in the United States is $108,443 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

However, a Frontend And Backend Developer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $122,760
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $92,438 to $115,937
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $77,866
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Frontend And Backend Developer Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $115,937 $9,661 $2,230 $56
Average $108,443 $9,037 $2,085 $52
25th Percentile $92,438 $7,703 $1,778 $44
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Key Factors That Influence Frontend And Backend Developer Salaries

A Frontend And Backend Developer'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 Frontend And Backend Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Frontend And Backend Developer'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): $100,440
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $101,774
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $103,997
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $106,220
  • Expert (over 8 years): $109,774
Levels Salary
Entry Level Frontend And Backend Developer$100,440
Intermediate Level Frontend And Backend Developer$101,774
Senior Level Frontend And Backend Developer$103,997
Specialist Level Frontend And Backend Developer$106,220
Expert Level Frontend And Backend Developer$109,774
$100,440 0 yr
$101,774 < 2 yrs
$103,997 2-4 yrs
$106,220 5-8 yrs
$109,774 > 8 yrs
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How Do Frontend And Backend Developer 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 Frontend And Backend Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $120,068.
  • California: $119,613.
  • Massachusetts: $118,019.

Top Paying Cities for Frontend And Backend Developers

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: $136,779
  • San Francisco: $135,434
  • Oakland: $132,431

What Skills Can Increase a Frontend And Backend Developer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 10.73% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • CRM (Mentioned in 1.98% Job Postings): Customer relationship management (CRM) is a technology for managing all your company's relationships and interactions with customers and potential customers.
  • Sales and Marketing (Mentioned in 1.4% Job Postings): Marketing consists of the strategies your company employs to generate interest in your business. Sales are the methods by which you convert that interest into a transaction.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 10.73%
CRM 1.98%
Sales and Marketing 1.4%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
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 Frontend And Backend Developer's salary.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
  • Prospecting: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Brand Awareness: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Analysis
$126,878
17%
Prospecting
$121,456
12%
Brand Awareness
$119,287
10%
Interpersonal Communication
$117,118
8%
CRM
$116,034
7%
Salesforce
$116,034
7%
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How Education impacts a Frontend And Backend Developer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Frontend And Backend Developers enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate 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 Frontend And Backend Developer with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $106,354 and $114,734).

Frontend And Backend Developer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Frontend And Backend Developer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.9%
High School 6.9%
Associates 6.5%
Bachelors 58.0%
Masters 25.5%
Doctorate 2.2%
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Frontend And Backend Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Frontend And Backend Developer'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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Frontend And Backend Developer

Salaries for a Frontend And Backend Developer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $115,887 in 2023 to around $113,845 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Frontend And Backend Developer salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Frontend And Backend Developer Over Time

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$115,887
2024
$115,460
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2024 $115,460
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