As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PHP Developer in Philadelphia, PA is $76,248, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,466 weekly, or $6,354 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for PHP Developer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for PHP Developer in Philadelphia, PA vary widely, spanning from $65,069 to $87,153. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($70,397) and 75th percentile ($81,956), while top earners (90th percentile) make $87,153 per year. This $11,559 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Web Applications, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Philadelphia PHP Developer often earn 4.8% higher than national averages. However, Philadelphia currently ranks 225 statewide for 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
PHP Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile PHP Developer Salary $65,069 Philadelphia, PA June 01, 2026
25th Percentile PHP Developer Salary $70,397 Philadelphia, PA June 01, 2026
50th Percentile PHP Developer Salary $76,248 Philadelphia, PA June 01, 2026
75th Percentile PHP Developer Salary $81,956 Philadelphia, PA June 01, 2026
90th Percentile PHP Developer Salary $87,153 Philadelphia, PA June 01, 2026
25% $70,397 10% $65,069 90% $87,153 75% $81,956 $76,248 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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