How to become web developerseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter
Median annual pay
$92,650
25th–75th pct. $64,230–$126,230
Top pay (est.)
$211,000
Top 10% $162,290
Pay in 5 years
$102,700est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$113,900est.
$98,000–$132,300
Outlook score
46/100
★★☆☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
80%
High
Job growth (10 yr)
+3.8%
5,300 openings / yr
How to become web developers
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
None
A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.
Skills, education and requirements for Web Developers
Key skills
O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).
Key knowledge areas
What the work involves
Thinking CreativelyUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeProcessing InformationOrganizing, Planning, and Prioritizing WorkMaking Decisions and Solving ProblemsWorking with ComputersEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal RelationshipsCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Important abilities
Near VisionOral ExpressionOral ComprehensionDeductive ReasoningWritten ComprehensionProblem Sensitivity
Education of workers
Training before entry
Related work experience
Job Zone 3 — medium preparation needed (O*NET)
Difficulty of entry: ★★☆☆☆ Fairly easy (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)
Career path and how to earn more as web developers
Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.
Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.