As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Php Developer in San Diego, CA is $77,791, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,496 weekly, or $6,483 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Entry Level Php Developer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Entry Level Php Developer in San Diego, CA vary widely, spanning from $65,307 to $98,643. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($71,257) and 75th percentile ($88,706), while top earners (90th percentile) make $98,643 per year. This $17,449 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or SQL, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, San Diego Entry Level Php Developer often earn 1.9% higher than national averages. However, San Diego currently ranks 135 statewide for Entry Level Php Developer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Entry Level Php Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Entry Level Php Developer Salary $65,307 San Diego, CA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Php Developer Salary $71,257 San Diego, CA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Php Developer Salary $77,791 San Diego, CA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Php Developer Salary $88,706 San Diego, CA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Php Developer Salary $98,643 San Diego, CA January 01, 2026
25% $71,257 10% $65,307 90% $98,643 75% $88,706 $77,791 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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