How Much Does a Front-End Developer Make in Milwaukee, WI ? (2026 Salary Guide)

Front-End Developer Salary in Milwaukee, WI

As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Front-End Developer in Milwaukee, WI is $81,630, equivalent to $39 per hour, $1,570 weekly, or $6,803 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Front-End Developer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Front-End Developer in Milwaukee, WI vary widely, spanning from $67,190 to $104,764. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($74,071) and 75th percentile ($93,739), while top earners (90th percentile) make $104,764 per year. This $19,668 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Project Management or Digital Marketing, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Milwaukee Front-End Developer often earn 1.8% higher than national averages. However, Milwaukee currently ranks 343 statewide for Front-End Developer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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Front-End Developer Salaries by Percentile
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10th Percentile Front-End Developer Salary $67,190 Milwaukee, WI February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Front-End Developer Salary $74,071 Milwaukee, WI February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Front-End Developer Salary $81,630 Milwaukee, WI February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Front-End Developer Salary $93,739 Milwaukee, WI February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Front-End Developer Salary $104,764 Milwaukee, WI February 01, 2026
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Web development is the work involved in developing a web site for the Internet (World Wide Web) or an intranet (a private network). Web development can range from developing a simple single static page of plain text to complex web-based internet applications (web apps), electronic businesses, and social network services. A more comprehensive list of tasks to which web development commonly refers, may include web engineering, web design, web content development, client liaison, client-side/server-side scripting, web server and network security configuration, and e-commerce development. Among ...

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    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
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