What are the main factors that influence a Node JS Developer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change a Node JS Developer's salary?

A Node JS Developer's salary grows with experience: starting around $102,909 for beginners, reaching about $105,939 at mid-level, and approach $108,888 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Node JS Developer?

Node JS Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Node JS Developer roles are District of Columbia $104,870, California $104,473, Massachusetts $103,080. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Node JS Developer roles make?

Salaries for Node JS Developer level roles vary by specialization: Node Js Engineer: $114,373; Node Js: $113,713; Senior Node Js Developer: $113,323; JS Developer: $105,485; Full Stack JS Developer: $103,906.

Node JS Developer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Node JS Developer make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Node JS Developer in District of Columbia is $104,870 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

However, a Node JS Developer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $116,866
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $96,563 to $111,150
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $89,000

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Node JS Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$111,150	$9,262	$2,137	$53
Average	$104,870	$8,739	$2,017	$50
25th Percentile	$96,563	$8,047	$1,857	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Node JS Developer Salaries

A Node JS 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Node JS Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Node JS 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): $102,909
Early Career (1-2 years): $103,140
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,939
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $108,692
Expert (over 8 years): $108,888

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Node JS Developer	$102,909
Intermediate Level Node JS Developer	$103,140
Senior Level Node JS Developer	$105,939
Specialist Level Node JS Developer	$108,692
Expert Level Node JS Developer	$108,888

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How Do Node JS 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 Node JS Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $104,870.
California: $104,473.
Massachusetts: $103,080.

District of Columbia $104,870 California $104,473 Massachusetts $103,080 Washington $102,701 New Jersey $102,664 Alaska $102,531 Connecticut $101,224 New York $100,693

Hawaii $98,998 Rhode Island $98,202 Maryland $97,662 Minnesota $96,924 Colorado $96,640 Illinois $96,545 Oregon $96,185 Delaware $95,920

New Hampshire $95,753 Virginia $95,380 Pennsylvania $94,291 Nevada $93,741 North Dakota $93,561 Michigan $93,277 Wisconsin $93,173 Vermont $92,965

Texas $92,387 Maine $92,349 Arizona $92,292 Ohio $92,226 Georgia $91,354 Indiana $90,919 Wyoming $90,833 Utah $90,701

Iowa $90,644 Kansas $90,189 Louisiana $90,057 North Carolina $90,009 Missouri $89,990 Florida $89,621 Montana $89,422 Nebraska $89,233

Kentucky $89,129 South Carolina $88,750 Tennessee $88,513 Idaho $88,418 New Mexico $87,727 Oklahoma $87,575 Alabama $87,016 South Dakota $86,079

Arkansas $85,567 West Virginia $85,292 Mississippi $84,468

Top Paying Cities for Node JS 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:

Parcel Return Service: $104,870
Washington: $104,870
Naval Anacost Annex: $104,870

Parcel Return Service, DC $104,870 Washington, DC $104,870 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $104,870 Washington Navy Yard, DC $104,870

Node JS Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Node JS 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.

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$96,563

Average $104,870/year

$111,150

$8,047

Average $8,739/month

$9,262

$1,857

Average $2,017/week

$2,137

$46

Average $50/hour

$53

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$111,150	$9,262	$2,137	$53
Average	$104,870	$8,739	$2,017	$50
25th Percentile	$96,563	$8,047	$1,857	$46

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