As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PHP Developer in San Diego, CA is $79,113, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,521 weekly, or $6,593 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for PHP Developer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for PHP Developer in San Diego, CA vary widely, spanning from $67,521 to $90,428. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($73,045) and 75th percentile ($85,036), while top earners (90th percentile) make $90,428 per year. This $11,991 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, San Diego PHP Developer often earn 1.9% higher than national averages. However, San Diego currently ranks 135 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 $67,521 San Diego, CA March 01, 2026
25th Percentile PHP Developer Salary $73,045 San Diego, CA March 01, 2026
50th Percentile PHP Developer Salary $79,113 San Diego, CA March 01, 2026
75th Percentile PHP Developer Salary $85,036 San Diego, CA March 01, 2026
90th Percentile PHP Developer Salary $90,428 San Diego, CA March 01, 2026
25% $73,045 10% $67,521 90% $90,428 75% $85,036 $79,113 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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