Web Software Development Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Web Software Development Manager make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Web Software Development Manager in the United States is $149,325 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $72.

However, a Web Software Development Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $172,604
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $137,013 to $161,510
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $125,804
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Wage
75th Percentile $161,510 $13,459 $3,106 $78
Average $149,325 $12,444 $2,872 $72
25th Percentile $137,013 $11,418 $2,635 $66
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Key Factors That Influence Web Software Development Manager Salaries

A Web Software Development Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Web Software Development Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Web Software Development Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Web Software Developer I (0-2 years): $72,521
  • Web Software Developer II (2-4 years): $101,351
  • Web Software Developer III (4-7 years): $116,879
  • Web Software Developer IV (7+ years): $137,512
  • Web Software Development Manager (7+ years): $149,325
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Web Software Developer I0-2 years$72,521
Web Software Developer II2-4 years$101,351
Web Software Developer III4-7 years$116,879
Web Software Developer IV7+ years$137,512
Web Software Development Manager7+ years$149,325
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Top Paying Cities for Web Software Development Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $188,344
  • San Francisco: $186,492
  • Oakland: $182,356

What Skills Can Increase a Web Software Development Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Project Management (Mentioned in 12.72% Job Postings): Project management is the application of processes, methods, skills, knowledge and experience to achieve specific project objectives according to the project acceptance criteria within agreed parameters. Project management has final deliverables that are constrained to a finite timescale and budget.
  • PHP (Mentioned in 5.27% Job Postings): PHP is a general-purpose scripting language geared toward web development. It was originally created by Danish-Canadian programmer Rasmus Lerdorf in 1994.
  • Interactive Design (Mentioned in 1.97% Job Postings): Interactive design is a user-oriented field of study that focuses on meaningful communication using media to create products through cyclical and collaborative processes between people and technology.
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Project Management 12.72%
PHP 5.27%
Interactive Design 1.97%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Web Software Development Manager's salary.
  • Team Management: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Web Services: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • People Management: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Team Management
 $161,271
8%
Web Services
 $158,285
6%
People Management
 $156,791
5%
Leadership
 $153,805
3%
Communication Skills
 $153,805
3%
Software Development
 $150,818
1%
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Web Software Development Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Web Software Development Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$137,013
Average $149,325/year
$161,510
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Average $12,444/month
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$2,635
Average $2,872/week
$3,106
$66
Average $72/hour
$78
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $161,510 $13,459 $3,106 $78
Average $149,325 $12,444 $2,872 $72
25th Percentile $137,013 $11,418 $2,635 $66

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FAQ about Web Software Development Manager

1. Where can a Web Software Development Manager earn the most?

A Web Software Development Manager's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Web Software Development Manager earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Web Software Development Manager is $188,344.

2. What is the highest pay for Web Software Development Manager?

The highest pay for Web Software Development Manager is $172,604.

3. What is the lowest pay for Web Software Development Manager?

The lowest pay for Web Software Development Manager is $125,804.

4. What are the responsibilities of Web Software Development Manager?

Manages the development of web-accessible software solutions and ensures developers create web applications that engage users and meet business requirements Oversees the full development lifecycle, including the development of new features. Manages web infrastructure development, including back-end database development and the construction of SQL queries via CGI scripting. Requires knowledge of web technologies and tools such as CSS, JavaScript, HTML, PERL, PHP, Active Server Pages, SQL, and C++. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a director. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes.

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