PHP Programmer Rates
The average rate of a PHP Programmer talent in WINaTALENT is 8 Euro/hour.
Junior
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High
Average€6/hour
€6/ hour
€4 / hour
€18 / hour
Mid-Level
Low
High
Average€8/hour
€8/ hour
€6 / hour
€20 / hour
Senior
Low
High
Average€12/hour
€12/ hour
€8 / hour
€30 / hour
How to hire PHP Programmer through WINaTALENT
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Soaring Popularity of PHP
Given its versatility, easy deployment, vibrant community, and continuous evolution, PHP remains one of the most popular backend languages. As legacy systems get refreshed and new web apps come online, demand for qualified PHP talent keeps growing.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics forecasts a 22% increase in web developer roles requiring PHP expertise by 2030. An estimated 8,700+ new PHP-related job openings will emerge just in the US, with many more worldwide.
PHP experts enjoy expanding career options and compensation growth thanks to the rising adoption of modern frameworks like Laravel and the high demand for WordPress developers. Those with specialized skills in APIs, e-commerce, SaaS platforms, and web security are in extremely short supply.
Generally, PHP skills remain highly relevant and provide a proven path to thrive as a backend developer.
PHP Developer Salaries
Given escalating demand and a limited talent pipeline, PHP developer salaries continue trending upward across all experience levels. While specific compensation depends on location, role type, and tech stack alignment, PHP experts enjoy increasing earning potential.
Hourly Rates
Freelance PHP developers charge between $25 and $100+ per hour based on ability level and tech stack expertise. The median rate for staff roles lands around $35-$45 per hour for entry-level and $55+ hourly for senior developers.
Monthly & Yearly Income
In the US, entry-level PHP developers earn an average base salary of $5,000 per month ($60,000 yearly). Mid-level developers make approximately $7,500 monthly ($90,000 annually), while highly proficient leads can make $12,000+ monthly ($140,000+ yearly).
Coastal tech hubs pay 20-30% above these nationwide figures. For example, a Senior PHP Expert in LA or NYC averages about $160,000 base salary.
Bright Outlook
Given PHP’s integral role in powering web architecture, fluent developers who stay up-to-date with evolving best practices should encounter no shortage of rewarding opportunities.
Finding Affordable PHP Talent [PHP developers for hire]
The WINaTALENT freelance marketplace is a great place for companies looking for affordable remote PHP talent.
This marketplace gives you a preview of PHP freelancers' communication skills, technical skills, work history, and more on this marketplace. Connect with developers based on their specializations, like WordPress experts, Laravel programmers, web/API developers, e-commerce specialists, etc.
You can save time and money using pre-screened profiles and an easy hiring process to find skilled PHP professionals. Instead of taking weeks to find someone, you can connect with freelancers in just a few days. That means you can get your team up and running much quicker.