Web Developers
Develop and implement websites, web applications, application databases, and interactive web interfaces. Evaluate code to ensure that it is properly structured, meets industry standards, and is compatible with browsers and devices. Optimize website performance, scalability, and server-side code and processes. May develop website infrastructure and integrate websites with other computer applications.
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BLS projects U.S. employment for Web Developers to increase by 3.8% between 2024 and 2034, from 87,400 to 90,600 jobs. Its estimate of 5,300 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($92,650), education (Bachelor's degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
87,400
Projected employment (2034)
90,600
Projected change (2024–2034)
4%
Annual openings (projected average)
5,300
Pay & Preparation
$92,650
Bachelor's degree
None
None
Essential Skills
Programming (4.12/5) • Critical Thinking (3.75/5) • Operations Analysis (3.62/5) • Reading Comprehension (3.62/5) • Complex Problem Solving (3.62/5) • Active Learning (3.5/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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