Occupations15-1254.00

Web Developers

Develop and implement websites, web applications, application databases, and interactive web interfaces.

Median annual pay
$90,930

BLS, 2024

Employment
86,000

U.S., 2024

Ten-year outlook
+7.5%

2024–34

Annual openings
5,400

Projected average

The work

Core tasks

  1. 01Write supporting code for Web applications or Web sites.
  2. 02Design, build, or maintain Web sites, using authoring or scripting languages, content creation tools, management tools, and digital media.
  3. 03Back up files from Web sites to local directories for instant recovery in case of problems.
  4. 04Select programming languages, design tools, or applications.
  5. 05Evaluate code to ensure that it is valid, is properly structured, meets industry standards, and is compatible with browsers, devices, or operating systems.
  6. 06Develop databases that support Web applications and Web sites.
  7. 07Perform Web site tests according to planned schedules, or after any Web site or product revision.
  8. 08Perform or direct Web site updates.
  9. 09Maintain understanding of current Web technologies or programming practices through continuing education, reading, or participation in professional conferences, workshops, or groups.
  10. 10Analyze user needs to determine technical requirements.
  11. 11Respond to user email inquiries, or set up automated systems to send responses.
  12. 12Renew domain name registrations.

Capabilities

Essential skills

Critical ThinkingReading ComprehensionActive ListeningActive LearningSpeakingWritingMonitoringLearning StrategiesMathematicsScience

Employment outlook

Where the role is heading

U.S. employment is projected to move from 86,000 in 2024 to 92,500 in 2034, a +7.5% change.

BLS projects an average of 5,400 openings each year over the period, including openings created by workers leaving the occupation.