JS Developer Salary in the United States

How much does a JS Developer make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a JS Developer in the United States is $105,485 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

However, a JS Developer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $125,296
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $97,827 to $115,855
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $90,855
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JS Developer Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $115,855 $9,655 $2,228 $56
Average $105,485 $8,790 $2,029 $51
25th Percentile $97,827 $8,152 $1,881 $47
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Key Factors That Influence JS Developer Salaries

A JS Developer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects JS Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a JS Developer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $101,331
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $101,896
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $103,027
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $104,722
  • Expert (over 8 years): $108,535
Levels Salary
Entry Level JS Developer$101,331
Intermediate Level JS Developer$101,896
Senior Level JS Developer$103,027
Specialist Level JS Developer$104,722
Expert Level JS Developer$108,535
$101,331 0 yr
$101,896 < 2 yrs
$103,027 2-4 yrs
$104,722 5-8 yrs
$108,535 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for JS Developers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $133,048
  • San Francisco: $131,740
  • Oakland: $128,818

What Skills Can Increase a JS Developer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Accountability (Mentioned in 4.96% Job Postings): Setting and holding oneself and others to stated expectations by associating tasks with our business's mission, values, and goals.
  • Staff Development (Mentioned in 2.86% Job Postings): Refers to all the policies, practices, and procedures used to develop the knowledge, skills, and competencies of staff to improve the effectiveness and efficiency both of the individual and the University.
  • Data Collection (Mentioned in 1.72% Job Postings): Data collection is the process of gathering and measuring information on targeted variables in an established system, which then enables one to answer relevant questions and evaluate outcomes. Data collection is a component of research in all fields of study including physical and social sciences, humanities, and business. While methods vary by discipline, the emphasis on ensuring accurate and honest collection remains the same. The goal for all data collection is to capture quality evidence that allows analysis to lead to the formulation of convincing and credible answers to the questions that have been posed.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Accountability 4.96%
Staff Development 2.86%
Data Collection 1.72%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a JS Developer's salary.
  • Goal Oriented: Can increase your salary by up to 34%.
  • Telecommunications: Can increase your salary by up to 26%.
  • Risk Management: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Goal Oriented
$141,350
34%
Telecommunications
$132,911
26%
Risk Management
$121,308
15%
Leadership
$119,198
13%
Analysis
$119,198
13%
Accountability
$114,979
9%
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JS Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a JS Developer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for JS Developer

Salaries for a JS Developer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $86,433 in 2023 to around $83,466 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of JS Developer salary trends, .

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