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Drupal Developer Hourly Rate Distribution

Average Hourly Rate:

$61-80

Median Hourly Rate:

$61-80

How much Drupal developers charge?

Drupal is a backend framework written in PHP, and is used by an estimated 2.3% of all websites. There is a strong Drupal community of 1.3 million members who collectively produced more than 39,000 free modules. In the United States, Drupal developers earn an average of $93,346 per annum. Freelance Drupal developer rates worldwide vary from $61-80/hr, depending on experience and location.

Keep in mind that the above rates may also fluctuate depending on your hiring needs, whether you're looking for a full-time, part-time, contract, or freelance Drupal developer. The cost of hiring an on-site versus a remote developer may differ as well.

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A.J. L. - Drupal developer in undefined
A.J. L.
Senior Drupal developer

I’m a versatile Full Stack Developer with strong experience in designing and building scalable web applications using modern technologies and cloud infrastructure. I specialize in React, Node.js, Python, and Laravel, and have worked with a wide range of tools and platforms to deliver robust, high-performance solutions.

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Miles R.
Drupal developer

Seasoned freelance software developer based in Boston, Massachusetts, with well over a decade of experience as both a technical lead and primary contributor. Architect of software solutions, including full stack React applications, deep integrations, and backend APIs with database design. Held senior roles at HubSpot, Zipcar, and Boston Globe Media, leading significant front-end and full-stack development projects.

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Cardo M.
Senior Drupal developer

Senior developer witha a lot of experience leading different sizes of development teams. Accostumed to add value to projects on any / every stage, from discovery to delivery. Strong empathy and assertiveness managing relationships with clients. More than 12 years of experience developing websites in React, Drupal, Wordpress and other CMS’s for government orgs, e-commerce and e-learning solutions, working both as a consultant or as part of multicultural teams for international projects. In depth experience developing mobile apps in Objective-C/Swift for iOS, Java/Kotlin in Android, and recently, Flutter for cross-platform solutions.

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How to negotiate Drupal developer hourly rates?

Whether you already have a development team or want to build a new one, hiring a skilled freelance Drupal developer can help accelerate your projects. The key factor when considering a freelance Drupal developer is your budget – how much you have and how much you're willing to invest. The hourly rates of Drupal developers can vary based on their location and your project's scope.

Let's begin with location. Hiring remote developers offers the advantage of choosing from various geographic locations and time zones that align with your project requirements. For instance, if most of your development team is based in North America, you might want to explore freelance Drupal developers in the United States, Canada, or Mexico for better worktime overlap. On the other hand, if you're on a tighter budget, consider working with freelance Drupal developers in South American countries like Argentina, Brazil, or Colombia, or in Asian countries like India, and the Philippines. Hiring freelance developers outside North America often allows for negotiation of lower Drupal developer hourly rates.

Another significant factor influencing the Drupal developer hourly rate is your project's scope. Typically, more complex projects mean higher overall costs. However, if you plan to engage with your freelance developer for an extended period, you can discuss a reduced Drupal developer hourly rate. Providing freelance developers with a consistent flow of projects incentivizes them to lower their hourly rates.

To accurately determine the total cost, have a detailed discussion about your project with your freelance developer. Ensure you convey your ideas comprehensively, which will enable your freelance developer to provide a precise Drupal developer hourly rate estimate. While estimating development timelines can be challenging for lengthy coding projects, offering the developer as much detail as possible will help align the estimate closely with the actual cost.

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