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JavaScript Developer Hourly Rate Distribution

Average Hourly Rate:

$61-80

Median Hourly Rate:

$61-80

How much JavaScript developers charge?

JavaScript first appeared in 1995, and is a client-side scripting language used to create interactive web and mobile applications. JavaScript remains a staple of front-end development and is the most commonly used programming language. The median annual salary of JavaScript developers in the U.S. is $98,000. The average JavaScript developer hourly rate (worldwide) is $61-80/hr. Please also refer to the hourly rates of front-end developers and other categories.

When hiring JavaScript developers, be sure to also consider the difference in hourly rates for different engagement types, such as temp, part-time, and freelance. Developers that are hired for full-time jobs may charge different rates if you want to someone who is available on-site versus fully remote.

Connect with top talent for your javascript needs

Dario N. - JavaScript developer in undefined
Dario N.
Senior JavaScript developer

Software Engineering Leader with over 20 years of experience leading high-performing engineering teams, including those with 45+ professionals, I have a robust background in driving technological innovation and operational excellence. My expertise spans open-source technologies and enterprise solutions, with significant contributions at top-tier companies like Atlassian and ZapLabs. I excel in fostering collaborative team environments, optimizing development processes, and delivering scalable, high-quality software solutions.

Junaid A. - JavaScript developer in undefined
Junaid A.
Senior JavaScript developer

I am a professional Software Developer having a professional experience of more than 5 years in the industry. I aim to create high-quality software and web applications that are scalable, performant, and user-engaging simultaneously.

William G. - JavaScript developer in undefined
William G.
Senior JavaScript developer

I'm a creative frst and foremost–I come from a background in design and wanted to major in architectural design–but when I found that I could make my photoshop designs move, interact, and ultimately become more than just simle flyers or prints, but tiny moving, interactive parts–I was hooked. I believe strongly in the principles in John Berger's "Ways of Seeing" and actively try to make my webpages meaningful in their purpose. I have a 3.5 year tenure working at notable companies such as **Amex** and **Wells Fargo**, as well as my most well spent time at **Yahoo**, working on statically generated marketing pages for their B2B Adtech offerings. I've also been blessed with Freelance opportunities to work alongside peopel at **Pampered Chef, Invisalign, and Grainger Industrial** through my contracts with https://theia.io/. I've learned a lot in the last 5 years I've been considerd a "front end developer" and now have moved into full-stadk work, training my skills everyday to build perfomrant webpages that are visually appealing, easy to approach and use, and remain accessible for those who may not get a chance to see my designs. I am truly passioonate about the web, and though I have no clue where it's headed or where it may take me, I want to make a substantial contrubution to that however I can.

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How to negotiate javascript developer hourly rates?

Whether you already have a development team or want to build a new one, hiring a skilled freelance JavaScript developer can help accelerate your projects. The key factor when considering a freelance JavaScript developer is your budget – how much you have and how much you're willing to invest. The hourly rates of JavaScript 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 JavaScript 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 JavaScript 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 JavaScript developer hourly rates.

Another significant factor influencing the JavaScript 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 JavaScript 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 JavaScript 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.