Web Developer Average Salary in Brazil 2023
How much money does a person working as Web Developer make in Brazil?
LOW
3,340
BRL AVERAGE
7,250
BRL HIGH
11,500
BRL
A person working as Web Developer in Brazil typically earns around 7,250 BRL per month. Salaries range from 3,340 BRL (lowest) to 11,500 BRL (highest).
This is the average monthly salary including housing, transport, and other benefits. Web Developer salaries vary drastically based on experience, skills, gender, or location. Below you will find a detailed breakdown based on many different criteria.
Web Developer Pay Scale and Salaries in Brazil
Salary Structure and Pay Scale Comparison
6,880 BRL or more
6,030 to 6,880 BRL
4,150 BRL or less
4,150 to 6,030 BRL
 3,340 BRL |
6,930 BRL |
11,500 BRL |
Median Salary, maximum and minimum salary, minimum wage, starting salary, and the salary range
Salary Range, Minimum Wage, and Starting Salary
Web Developer salaries in Brazil range from 3,340 BRL per month (starting salary) to 11,500 BRL per month (maximum salary). This is not the minimum wage as per the law, only the lowest reported number in the salary survey that had thousands of participants and professionals from all over the country.
Median Salary
The median salary is 6,930 BRL per month, which means that half (50%) of people working as Web Developer(s) are earning less than 6,930 BRL while the other half are earning more than 6,930 BRL. The median represents the middle salary value. Generally speaking, you would want to be on the right side of the graph with the group earning more than the median salary.
Percentiles and Salary Scale
Closely related to the median are two values: the 25th and the 75th percentiles. Reading from the salary distribution diagram, 25% of Web Developer(s) are earning less than 5,590 BRL while 75% of them are earning more than 5,590 BRL. Also from the diagram, 75% of Web Developer(s) are earning less than 7,990 BRL while 25% are earning more than 7,990 BRL.
Pay Scale Structure
We grouped the most common and recurring salaries into brackets to give more insight into what salary to expect. This method is more accurate than just the average salary and gives more insights on how salaries are actually distributed. Around 65% of all reported figures are in the range 4,150 BRL to 6,030 BRL. Approximatly 20% fall under the 4,150 BRL cap. Ten percent of wages are from 6,030 BRL to 6,880 BRL. Only 5% of people grossed 6,880 BRL or more.
Web Developer Salary Comparison by Years of Experience
How does experience and age affect your pay?
Web Developer average salary change by experience in Brazil
| 0 - 2 Years | 3,790 BRL | |
| 2 - 5 Years | +34% | 5,060 BRL |
| 5 - 10 Years | +48% | 7,470 BRL |
| 10 - 15 Years | +22% | 9,110 BRL |
| 15 - 20 Years | +9% | 9,930 BRL |
| 20+ Years | +8% | 10,800 BRL |
The experience level is the most important factor in determining the salary. Naturally the more years of experience the higher your wage. We broke down Web Developer salaries by experience level and this is what we found.
Employees with less than two years of experience makes approximately 3,790 BRL per month.
While someone with an experience level between two and five years is expected to earn 5,060 BRL per month, 34% more than someone with less than two year's experience.
Moving forward, an experience level between five and ten years lands a salary of 7,470 BRL per month, 48% more than someone with two to five years of experience.
Additionally, Web Developer whose expertise span anywhere between ten and fifteen years get a salary equivalent to 9,110 BRL per month, 22% more than someone with five to ten years of experience.
If the experience level is between fifteen and twenty years, then the expected wage is 9,930 BRL per month, 9% more than someone with ten to fifteen years of experience.
Lastly, employees with more than twenty years of professional experience get a salary of 10,800 BRL per month, 8% more than people with fifteen to twenty years of experience.
Typical Salary Progress for Most Careers
Web Developer Salary Comparison By Education
How do education levels affect salaries?
Displayed below is the average salary difference between different Web Developer(s) who have the same experience but different education levels.
Web Developer average salary difference by education level in Brazil
| Certificate or Diploma | 4,320 BRL | |
| Bachelor's Degree | +57% | 6,780 BRL |
| Master's Degree | +68% | 11,400 BRL |
We all know that higher education equals a bigger salary, but how much more money can a degree add to your income? We broke down Web Developer salaries by education level in order to make a comparison.
When the education level is Certificate or Diploma, the average salary is 4,320 BRL per month.
While someone with a Bachelor's Degree gets a salary of 6,780 BRL per month, 57% more than someone having a Certificate or Diploma degree.
People with Master's Degree have an average salary of 11,400 BRL per month, 68% more than someone with a Bachelor's Degree.
Is a Master's degree or an MBA worth it? Should you pursue higher education?
A Master's degree program or any post-graduate program in Brazil costs anywhere from 42,800 Brazilian Real(s) to 128,000 Brazilian Real(s) and lasts approximately two years. That is quite an investment.
You can't really expect any salary increases during the study period, assuming you already have a job. In most cases, a salary review is conducted once education is completed and the degree has been attained.
Many people pursue higher education as a tactic to switch into a higher paying job. The numbers seem to support the thoery. The average increase in compensation while changing jobs is approximately 10% more than the customary salary increment.
If you can afford the costs of higher education, the return on investment is definitely worth it. You should be able to recover the costs in roughly a year or so.
Typical Salary Difference by Education for Most Careers
Salary and Compensation Comparison By Gender - Web Developer
Though gender should not have an effect on pay, in reality, it does. So who gets paid more: men or women? Male Web Developer employees in Brazil earn 16% more than their female counterparts on average.
| Male | 7,780 BRL | |
| Female | -14% | 6,720 BRL |
Salary Comparison By Gender in Brazil for all Careers
Web Developer Average Annual Salary Increment Percentage in Brazil
How much are annual salary increments in Brazil for Web Developer(s)? How often do employees get salary raises?
Web Developer
Web Developer(s) in Brazil are likely to observe a salary increase of approximately 11% every 18 months. The national average annual increment for all professions combined is 9% granted to employees every 16 months.
Brazil / All Professions
The term 'Annual Salary Increase' usually refers to the increase in 12 calendar month period, but because it is rarely that people get their salaries reviewed exactly on the one year mark, it is more meaningful to know the frequency and the rate at the time of the increase.
How to calculate the salary increment percentage?
The annual salary Increase in a calendar year (12 months) can be easily calculated as follows: Annual Salary Increase = Increase Rate x 12 ÷ Increase Frequency
Annual Increment Rate By Industry 2022
| Banking | 3% | |
| Energy | 6% | |
| Information Technology | 9% | |
| Healthcare | 3% | |
| Travel | 6% | |
| Construction | 9% | |
| Education | 3% |
Listed above are the average annual increase rates for each industry in Brazil for the year 2022. Companies within thriving industries tend to provide higher and more frequent raises. Exceptions do exist, but generally speaking, the situation of any company is closely related to the economic situation in the country or region. These figures tend to change frequently.
Worldwide Salary Raises: All Countries and All Jobs
Salary Packages and Schemes
Not all compensation increases are reflected directly in the salary. Some companies offer upgraded packages to their staff instead of cash money. The figures displayed here account only for direct increments to the base salary.
Web Developer Bonus and Incentive Rates in Brazil
How much and how often are bonuses being awarded?
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"Web Developer" is considered to be a low bonus-based job. The people who get the highest bonuses are usually somehow involved in the revenue generation cycle.
66% of surveyed staff reported that they haven't received any bonuses or incentives in the previous year while 34% said that they received at least one form of monetary bonus.
Those who got bonuses reported rates ranging from 0% to 4% of their annual salary.
| Received Bonus | 34% | |
| No Bonus | 66% |
Types of Bonuses Considered
Individual Performance-Based BonusesThe most standard form of bonus where the employee is awarded based on their exceptional performance.
Company Performance BonusesOccasionally, some companies like to celebrate excess earnings and profits with their staff collectively in the form of bonuses that are granted to everyone. The amount of the bonus will probably be different from person to person depending on their role within the organization.
Goal-Based BonusesGranted upon achieving an important goal or milestone.
Holiday / End of Year BonusesThese types of bonuses are given without a reason and usually resemble an appreciation token.
Bonuses Are Not Commissions!
People tend to confuse bonuses with commissions. A commission is a prefixed rate at which someone gets paid for items sold or deals completed while a bonus is in most cases arbitrary and unplanned.
What makes a position worthy of good bonuses and a high salary?
The main two types of jobs | |
| Revenue Generators | Supporting Cast |
Employees that are directly involved in generating revenue or profit for the organization. Their field of expertise usually matches the type of business. | Employees that support and facilitate the work of revenue generators. Their expertise is usually different from that of the core business operations. |
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Revenue generators usually get more and higher bonuses, higher salaries, and more frequent salary increments. The reason is quite simple: it is easier to quantify your value to the company in monetary terms when you participate in revenue generation.
Bonus Comparison by Seniority Level
Top management personnel and senior employees naturally exhibit higher bonus rates and frequencies than juniors. This is very predictable due to the inherent responsibilities of being higher in the hierarchy. People in top positions can easily get double or triple bonus rates than employees down the pyramid.
Web Developer Salary Trend and Forecast in Brazil
How are Web Developer salaries changing over time? Listed below is a chart that shows the average salary in recent years.
| Average Salary 2019 | 6,270 BRL | |
| Average Salary 2020 | +4% | 6,500 BRL |
| Average Salary 2021 | +4% | 6,740 BRL |
| Average Salary 2022 | +4% | 6,990 BRL |
Web Developer salaries in Brazil are on the rise in the year 2023 based on recent submitted salaries and reports. As displayed in the chart, salaries in 2022 are 4% higher than those of 2021. The trend suggests a slow yet continuous increase in pay in 2024 and future years. These numbers may vary from industry to another.
Web Developer Average Hourly Wage in Brazil
42 BRL per hourThe average hourly wage (pay per hour) in Brazil is 42 BRL. This means that the average Web Developer in Brazil earns approximately 42 BRL for every worked hour.
About The Hourly Pay Rate
The hourly wage is the salary paid in one worked hour. Usually jobs are classified into two categories: salaried jobs and hourly jobs. Salaried jobs pay a fix amount regardless of the hours worked. Hourly jobs pay per worked hour. To convert salary into hourly wage the above formula is used (assuming 5 working days in a week and 8 working hours per day which is the standard for most jobs). The hourly wage calculation may differ slightly depending on the worked hours per week and the annual vacation allowance. The figures mentioned above are good approximations and are considered to be the standard. One major difference between salaried employees and hourly paid employees is overtime eligibility. Salaried employees are usually exempt from overtime as opposed to hourly paid staff.
What is the minimum hourly rate of pay?
The minimum pay rate per hour for 'Web Developer' in Brazil is 19 BRL. This is the minimum as per the gathered data in the salary survey not the minimum hourly rate mandated by law.
Web Developer VS Other Jobs
The average salary for Web Developer is 19% less than that of Web / Internet. Also, Web / Internet salaries are 4% more than those of Information Technology.
Salary comparison with similar jobs
| Job Title | Average Salary |
| E-Commerce Manager | 10,200 BRL |  +41% |
| E-Commerce Marketing Analyst | 10,000 BRL | +38% |
| E-Commerce Marketing Manager | 10,200 BRL | +41% |
| E-Commerce Sales Manager | 10,900 BRL | +50% |
| E-Commerce Strategy Manager | 11,900 BRL | +64% |
| Graphics Web Designer | 6,790 BRL |  -6% |
| Online Banking Manager | 13,000 BRL | +79% |
| Online Banking Specialist | 9,980 BRL | +38% |
| SEO Associate | 6,930 BRL | -4% |
| SEO Manager | 10,400 BRL | +43% |
| Web Applications Manager | 9,960 BRL | +37% |
| Web Content Specialist | 9,260 BRL | +28% |
| Web Designer | 7,660 BRL | +6% |
| Web Developer | 7,250 BRL | -0% |
| Web Editor | 6,930 BRL | -4% |
| Web Project Manager | 9,050 BRL | +25% |
| Web Promotions Specialist | 8,480 BRL | +17% |
| Web Security Administrator | 8,220 BRL | +13% |
| Web Security Manager | 12,200 BRL | +68% |
| Web Support Analyst | 6,090 BRL | -16% |
| Web Writer | 6,850 BRL | -6% |
| Webmaster | 6,690 BRL | -8% |
Salary Comparison By City
| City | Average Salary |
| Aracaju | 7,230 BRL |
| Belem | 8,010 BRL |
| Belo Horizonte | 8,380 BRL |
| Brasilia | 8,360 BRL |
| Campinas | 7,220 BRL |
| Cuiaba | 6,820 BRL |
| Curitiba | 7,780 BRL |
| Fortaleza | 8,420 BRL |
| Goiania | 7,730 BRL |
| Joao Pessoa | 7,150 BRL |
| Londrina | 6,900 BRL |
| Macapa | 6,970 BRL |
| Maceio | 7,760 BRL |
| Manaus | 7,820 BRL |
| Maringa | 6,430 BRL |
| Natal | 7,330 BRL |
| Petrolina and Juazeiro | 6,790 BRL |
| Porto Alegre | 7,720 BRL |
| Recife | 7,530 BRL |
| Rio de Janeiro | 8,070 BRL |
| Salvador | 8,110 BRL |
| Santos | 6,900 BRL |
| Sao Luis | 7,280 BRL |
| Sao Paulo | 8,360 BRL |
| Teresina | 7,410 BRL |
| Vale do Aco | 7,070 BRL |
| Vitoria | 6,260 BRL |
Government vs Private Sector Salary Comparison
Where can you get paid more, working for a private company or for the government? Public sector employees in Brazil earn 6% more than their private sector counterparts on average across all sectors.
| Private Sector | 8,330 BRL | |
| Public Sector | +6% | 8,850 BRL |
Salary Statistics and Calculation Guide
What is considered to be a good and competitive salary for Web Developer in Brazil?
A good and competitive compensation would range anywhere between 6,930 BRL and 7,990 BRL. This is a very rough estimate and your experience and education will play a very huge part into your final earnings.
Gross Salary (before tax) and Net Salary (after tax)
All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salart after tax for every career.
Base / Basic Salary
The base salary for Web Developer in Brazil is ranges from 5,590 BRL to 7,990 BRL. The base salary depends on many factors including experience and education. It is not easy to provide a figure with very little information, so take this range in a grain of salt.
What is the difference between the median and the average salary?
Both are indicators. If your salary is higher than both of the average and the median then you are doing very well. If your salary is lower than both, then many people are earning more than you and there is plenty of room for improvement. If your wage is between the average and the median, then things can be a bit complicated. We wrote a guide to explain all about the different scenarios. How to compare your salary
