As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Front End Engineer in the US is $82,498, equivalent to $40 per hour, $1,587 weekly, or $6,875 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Front End Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Front End Engineer in the US vary widely, spanning from $67,963 to $105,969. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($74,890) and 75th percentile ($94,784), while top earners (90th percentile) make $105,969 per year. This $19,894 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 $67,963 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Front End Engineer Salary $74,890 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Front End Engineer Salary $82,498 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Front End Engineer Salary $94,784 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Front End Engineer Salary $105,969 US January 01, 2026
25% $74,890 10% $67,963 90% $105,969 75% $94,784 $82,498 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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