Full Stack Developer Salary
technology · United States · 2025
National Median
$112,000
per year
National Salary Data
P10
$68k
Entry level
P25
$87k
Junior
P50
$112k
Median
P75
$145k
Senior
P90
$182k
Top earner
P10
$68,000
P50
$112,000
P90
$182,000
Salary Distribution Chart
City Salary Comparison
| City | P25 | Median | P75 |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CAHighest | $130,500 | $168,000 | $217,500 |
| New York, NY | $117,450 | $151,200 | $195,750 |
| Seattle, WA | $113,100 | $145,600 | $188,500 |
| Boston, MA | $108,750 | $140,000 | $181,250 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $104,400 | $134,400 | $174,000 |
| Austin, TX | $95,700 | $123,200 | $159,500 |
| Denver, CO | $95,700 | $123,200 | $159,500 |
| Chicago, IL | $91,350 | $117,600 | $152,250 |
| Dallas, TX | $87,000 | $112,000 | $145,000 |
| Miami, FL | $82,650 | $106,400 | $137,750 |
H-1B Average Wage
$109,760
DOL prevailing wage reference for Full Stack Developer
Source: U.S. Department of Labor H-1B Disclosure Data
Quick Stats
P10–P90 Range$68,000 – $182,000
Interquartile Range$87,000 – $145,000
Top City (SF)$168,000
Industrytechnology
Salary Negotiation Calculator
Based on Full Stack Developer market data
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Market Median: $112,000
Current
$80,000
Increase
+$32,000
(+40.0%)
Target
$112,000
Negotiation Tips
- Research the market rate thoroughly — you are doing that now!
- Ask for 10-20% above your target to leave room for negotiation.
- Highlight your unique achievements and quantifiable impact.
- Consider the full compensation package: equity, benefits, PTO.
- Practice your pitch out loud before the actual conversation.