As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Front End Engineer in the US is $82,522, equivalent to $40 per hour, $1,587 weekly, or $6,877 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Front End Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Front End Engineer in the US vary widely, spanning from $67,987 to $105,979. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($74,914) and 75th percentile ($94,800), while top earners (90th percentile) make $105,979 per year. This $19,886 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, District of Columbia Front End Engineer often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 73 companies and industry startups. 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
Front End Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Front End Engineer Salary $67,987 US May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Front End Engineer Salary $74,914 US May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Front End Engineer Salary $82,522 US May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Front End Engineer Salary $94,800 US May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Front End Engineer Salary $105,979 US May 01, 2026
25% $74,914 10% $67,987 90% $105,979 75% $94,800 $82,522 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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