As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Web Engineer in the US is $85,645, equivalent to $41 per hour, $1,647 weekly, or $7,137 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Web Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Web Engineer in the US vary widely, spanning from $68,552 to $101,820. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($76,698) and 75th percentile ($94,112), while top earners (90th percentile) make $101,820 per year. This $17,414 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Software Development, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Web Engineer often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 12 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
Web Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Web Engineer Salary $68,552 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Web Engineer Salary $76,698 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Web Engineer Salary $85,645 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Web Engineer Salary $94,112 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Web Engineer Salary $101,820 US January 01, 2026
25% $76,698 10% $68,552 90% $101,820 75% $94,112 $85,645 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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