New Jersey Median
$95,180
per year
Hourly Rate
$45.76
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+3% vs US median
US median $92,650
State Rank
#14 of 44
2,250 employed here
How much does a Web Developer make in New Jersey?
Web Developers in New Jersey take home a median of $95,180 annually — roughly $45.76 an hour — which runs 3% above the national median of $92,650.
Within New Jersey, entry-level pay starts around $51,010 while the top 10% make $151,020 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $55,580 and $124,560 a year.
Web Developer salary range in New Jersey
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $51,010 | $24.52 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $55,580 | $26.72 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $95,180 | $45.76 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $124,560 | $59.88 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $151,020 | $72.61 |
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How New Jersey compares
New Jersey ranks 14th out of 44 states and territories for Web Developer pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Web Developer salary in other states
Washington $130,440Virginia $128,380California $119,570District of Columbia $114,690Maryland $112,690Missouri $103,750Minnesota $101,020Utah $100,170New York $98,580Massachusetts $98,470Michigan $98,470Rhode Island $98,140North Carolina $96,610Wisconsin $90,630Georgia $90,340Pennsylvania $86,380Colorado $85,950Connecticut $85,930Texas $85,800Louisiana $85,330Illinois $84,820Vermont $84,550Nevada $83,220Kentucky $82,630Indiana $80,870Nebraska $80,350Idaho $79,290Oklahoma $78,580New Hampshire $78,260West Virginia $78,240South Carolina $78,190Arizona $76,230Delaware $76,020Tennessee $74,760Kansas $73,590North Dakota $72,190Wyoming $68,410New Mexico $68,120Oregon $64,460Iowa $64,210Montana $62,060South Dakota $51,100Arkansas $50,550
Working as a Web Developer in New Jersey
Nationally, about 70,000 people work as Web Developers in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare New Jersey pay ($95,180) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Web Developer make in New Jersey?
The median Web Developer salary in New Jersey is $95,180 per year, or about $45.76 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $51,010 at the entry level to $151,020 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New Jersey pay compare to the national average?
New Jersey pays Web Developers about 3% more than the national median of $92,650. New Jersey ranks 14th out of 44 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New Jersey a good state for Web Developers?
Yes on pay — New Jersey pays above the national median for this occupation, at $95,180 a year. About 2,250 Web Developers are employed in New Jersey. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New Jersey?
The highest-paying occupations in New Jersey include Radiologist ($482,700), Surgeon, All Other ($437,890), Physician, Pathologists ($355,970), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.