27 Best Freelance Web Developers For Hire In July 2020

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$500/hr

Web Development

SEO

Magento

WordPress

Magento 2

Graphic Design

WordPress Plugin

PSD to WordPress

Project Management

Website Development

Ecommerce Platform Development

For the foreseeable future, I am only taking new clients by starting with an initial 1-hour consulting session. Please read the following very carefully before contacting me.

In these difficult Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic times, building an online business has become and is more vital than ever. Where do you even start? Understanding which website platform is best for your eCommerce business and how to successfully implement SEO sets the proper foundation. What does all that mean and how can you truly understand website development and SEO better?

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Hi, my name is Marc.

I know website development and SEO. Twenty…

$67/hr

Web Development

PHP

WordPress

Web Design

Visual Design

Website Redesign

PSD to WordPress

WordPress Website

Website Development

Responsive Web Design

Information Architecture

20+ Years Experience.

Memorable aesthetics, precision code, and exquisite craftsmanship. This is my formula for professional web design and development.

My name is Sherry B, and I am the WordPress web design expert that you can count on. I have designed for the web for over two decades. I have the skills that you are looking for.

My clients are small businesses and agencies looking for a freelancer they can trust to design and build their website.

I deliver a positively unforgettable experience. My results-driven nature motivates me to go the extra mile to achieve your project’s goals.

I am self-motivated and solution-oriented….

$18/hr

Web Development

CSS

Shopify

WordPress

LearnDash

Elementor

Web Design

WooCommerce

PSD to WordPress

eCommerce Website

Website Development

⭐ Top Rated Freelancer on Upwork
⭐ I provide the best solution to your problems!
98% Client Recommendation on Upwork
Maintains 90%+ Job Success on Upwork
100% Proven in Long-Term Contracts on Upwork
100% Client Satisfaction Guaranteed!
4+ years WordPress Professional experience. I’ve been around in 200+ WordPress websites doing Web design, Web development, Ecommerce development and WordPress fixes.

For 4 years, I’ve had the best experience of my life! I’ve helped businesses and companies earn more profits by building conversion-focused and fully responsive WordPress website, Ecommerce website and landing pages for…

$285/hr

Web Development

SaaS

Product Roadmap

Backend Rest API

Technical Advisor

Startup Consulting

Product Management

Project Management

Website Development

Frontend Development

Software Architecture & Design

Upwork “Top Rated Plus” for completing high-value long-term projects.
All 5-Star Reviews.
Over 3,000 Hours on Upwork.
SaaS Platform & Marketplace Specialist.

I’ve spent the last 15 years helping founders and CEOs build and scale their SaaS platforms.

I’ve been Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for 5 startups, and Senior Full-stack Developer for dozens more. I’ve even founded my own startups, so I know everything you’ll go through as you build your business.

———– SOLUTIONS ———–

Beginning the next phase of your SaaS product’s development? Get it started on the right foot:

Product road map
Agile…

$25/hr

Web Development

PHP

HTML5

WordPress

AngularJS

Web Design

CodeIgniter

Adobe Photoshop

Mobile UI Design

MySQL Programming

Website Development

Are you looking for a good looking and interactive website?
Do you need help in making your website reach the top of all search engine?
Are you tired of paying thousands of dollar for an ad campaign but less conversion?

I am going to help you.

We can work on your online business together. I am Joeben Mirana, Website Designer/Developer, UI/UX Developer, Mobile App Developer with more than 7 years of experience in a programming field. I design and develop a website from front-end to back-end to database. I can also create Graphic User Interface page for your website. I am expert in WordPress, I can develop theme and plugin from scratch. I…

$55/hr

Web Development

PHP

CSS3

HTML5

WordPress

Web Design

JavaScript

WooCommerce

Website Development

User Interface Design

User Experience Design

Creative web designer and professional developer with many and different projects behind. EU based – Bulgaria.

Expert knowledge in: Website Design, WordPress, User Interface / IA, User Experience Design, WooCommerce, PHP, MySql, Javascript, HTML/CSS.

100% satisfaction guarantee if you hire me for:
WordPress website Design & Development.
Revamping and Modernizing Websites – Making Your Website Great Again.
WooCommerce powered Online stores.
Membership websites.
BuddyPress powered social networks.
Choosing and configuring the right theme and plugins.
Transfer of existing website to WordPress.
Transfer of…

$75/hr

Web Development

WordPress

CMS Development

PSD to WordPress

Website Development

WordPress e-Commerce

Frontend Development

Responsive Web Design

WordPress Malware Removal

More than 5 years of wordpress expertise. Over 200 jobs / 2,500 HOURS worked on Upwork.

If YOU need your work done and done well then please reach out to me. I care about my clients, I’m always in touch and will do my best to help YOU with your project. It looks like that every freelancer should have the same behavior but you’ll be surprised how wrong it is.

Kind words from my previous upwork clients:

“Blazing fast and great work!”
“Spectacular work and exceed all expectations.”
“Viktar was a God-send. He always found a way to deal with any challenge I sent his way…”
“Viktar is SUCH and amazing troubleshooter.”
“Viktar has been a…

$18/hr

Web Development

WordPress

Web Design

Graphic Design

Virtual Assistant

Internet Marketing

Website Development

User Interface Design

Social Media Marketing

I help clients build websites from scratch—focusing on modern, authentic designs. Everything is easy to edit or update after the development. What you see is what you get. No coding headaches, less plugin usage, optimized speed and less storage space.

I give my best to make sure you get the best website or landing page for your business or your next product launch. I’m a super fast learner, knows most of the online tools and most importantly, someone you can rely on—finally.

Focus on your business! Leave these time-consuming and technical work on my hands. I’ll do the work for you. Hire me now and let’s discuss your project today!

$75/hr

Web Development

CSS

PHP

WordPress

Web Design

JavaScript

WooCommerce

PSD to WordPress

WordPress Plugin

Website Development

Responsive Web Design

I’m a freelance WordPress web developer based in Washington, D.C. (EST). Have been developing WordPress websites full time since 2012. My specialties are in advanced theme customizations (CSS, PHP, etc.) and long-term partnerships with agencies in need of a WordPress expert.

I also work regularly with:

-WooCommerce
-ACF (Advanced Custom Fields)
-Avada theme
-WP Engine hosting
-Cloudflare
-Site speed optimizations
-Wordfence Security

Always looking for new agency partnerships, so feel free to message me if this is something you’re interested in! I’d love to jump on a call and learn a little about the kinds of projects your agency…

$34/hr

Web Development

UX/UI

Web Design

UX Research

Graphic Design

Mobile UI Design

Website Development

Frontend Development

User Interface Design

Responsive Web Design

User Experience Design

Top rated, +500k earned
Fast response
Fluent English

Hi there, I am CEO & Art Director with 5-years experience at Arounda UI/UX design & development agency. Our team doesn’t just designers, we are the entrepreneurs with design thinking.

We create and evolve sensible digital web and mobile products for startups and enterprise innovators with expertise in fintech & food delivery niches.

Arounda is a Modern-day UX/UI product design team by Dribbble. Our profile has 4000+ followers.

Smart partner for:
Create and launch new web & mobile digital products for b2c/b2b
Evolve existing digital products to meet new…

$95/hr

Web Development

CSS

HTML

CSS3

HTML5

Node.js

Angular 6

Angular 2

JavaScript

Web Design

Website Development

8 years of JavaScript experience
Top 2% of Angular developers as measured by Pluralsight IQ
1st Place in the Upwork Javascript test
25+ Angular projects completed between 2015 and 2020
100% Job Success Score

Hello, my name is Wojciech. I’m a Web Developer with an excellent history of happy customers. I bring care and passion into each project and make sure my clients get the best value out of every penny. My specialty is Angular and Node.

Are you looking for a dependable, responsive and well-organized expert?
Are you creating a web application using Angular and/or Node?
Are you looking for excellent software and…

$37/hr

Web Development

CRM

SaaS

CSS3

Web Design

JavaScript

API Development

Website Development

Marketplace Development

Ecommerce Platform Development

Hello,
over the past 10 years I’ve developed 2 complex SAAS systems, 3 marketplaces / E-commerce projects and 8 internet services. Every client gets a product on modern technologies with custom needed features and algorithms created for every client’s particular project.

As for me, marketplace structure is complex and challenging. It’s important to develop the right matching system to create positive network effect. First of all I ask my client what value unit and participants there will be, after it I can think over a key interaction. The key interaction is the main success point of a marketplace, also it’s different for each…

$20/hr

Web Development

SEO

PHP

CSS

MySQL

WordPress

WooCommerce

PSD to HTML

PSD to WordPress

Project Management

Website Development

With over 9 years experience under my belt, I am the PERFECT contractor for your project.
I specialize in building seamless (UI/UX) websites from small to medium size businesses. Whether their purpose is to generate sales leads, provide detailed product information or even operate a full online store, I have the skills to develop the online presence your business NEEDS.

My skills include:

* WordPress
* Shopify
* HTML
* CSS
* PHP and MySQL.
* Photoshop
* Woocommerce
* C-Panel Manager
* Logo Designing
* Ajax
* Jquery
* Pixel Perfection (Responsive Design for all Devices)
* Full Project Management
* Divi Theme Expert
* Avada Theme…

$32/hr

Web Development

PHP

Yii

CSS

HTML

jQuery

WordPress

JavaScript

Twitter Bootstrap

Object Oriented PHP

Website Development

High quality web programming services for your needs. I do my best to transform your ideas into a perfect product.

I’m a professional PHP Developer with 5+ years experience in building various web applications.
I have a computer science background (algoritms, data structures, OO design patterns and practices), knowledge of architecture planning and scaling, UNIX administration skills.

I deliver perfect results, meet deadlines, follow instructions, show daily progress, and communicate well on Upwork/Slack/Skype/Email/etc.
Choose to work with me and you will get reliability, quality and satisfaction. You will find me extremely reliable…

$30/hr

Web Development

SCSS

Redux

React

Express

Node.js

Angular

AngularJS

TypeScript

JavaScript

Website Development

Hi! I am an experienced full stack developer with more than 6 years of professional experience. I am passionate about both web and mobile development and looking for interesting and challenging projects to work on. In my work I follow best practices and write clean, efficient and maintainable code.

I have vast experience in the following areas:
– Front-end development: HTML (Pug, EJS, Handlebars)/CSS/SCSS/LESS/Bootstrap 3, TypeScript/JavaScript (Angular, React, jQuery, NgRx, Redux, Redux Thunk, Redux Saga, RxJS)
– Back-end development: Node.js (Nest.js, Express.js, Loopback 3, GraphQL, Passport.js, Socket.io, Sequelize)
– Mobile…

$18/hr

Web Development

Magento

WordPress

PSD to HTML

Website Development

Ecommerce Platform Development

I am an Expert Website Developer professional for last 8 years and It’s my passion. I am titled as quick learner, adaptable, self-starter, team player, quality minded, focused, committed and able to work independently.
I will provide personalized world class IT & Web solutions for your business. Proven expertise and dozens of successfully completed projects.

My core expertise are:
– Web Development Services
– Graphic Designing Services
– Software Development
– Social Media Services

Advantages for you:
• ease and comfort of communication
• flexibility in managing
• new ideas generation regarding improvement of your Product
•…

$35/hr

Web Development

CSS

PHP

HTML

jQuery

Vue.js

Laravel

WordPress

JavaScript

WooCommerce

Website Development

Hi, I am Full Stack top rated (with 100% job success score) developer with having 6+ years of experience. Not only that I am also an Embedded Systems developer who with great passion loves to put amazing ideas to life. I love to accept challenging tasks. I believe that will increase my knowledge level to some higher state with the satisfaction of the client.

I assure you that whenever you come to me, you will be provided with outstanding quality work. My first priority has always been to satisfy my clients no matter what as that’s a single formula in my opinion to go with the flow and serve some real purpose. Since I am also in touch with…

$45/hr

Web Development

Photography

Logo Design

Graphic Design

Adobe InDesign

Magazine Layout

Adobe Photoshop

Photo Retouching

Brand Consulting

Adobe Illustrator

Website Development

For over 15 years I have been working as a visual designer. From web and graphic projects to photography, there is very little in the world of design that I haven’t had experience with. I have the ability to bring life to any project and can offer insights that can only come with many years of experience. My primary goal is always to deliver a quality product to my client.

My strengths are:

– Web Design/Development
– Magazine Layouts/Design/Production
– Graphic Design (logos, brochures, magazine ads etc.)
– Illustration
– Photo retouching
– Photography

$30/hr

Web Development

CSS

Wix

HTML

Drupal

WordPress

Web Design

sketch app

Website Development

User Interface Design

User Experience Design

Hi there! I’m Stas, a UI/UX designer with 5 years of experience specializing in building websites, starting the sketch and ending the full development of ready to work product.

If you are looking for a person who combines the knowledge of a designer and developer (and I think it’s very important moment to create a successful website using WordPress, Drupal or another similar CMS), you are in the right place, I am the one you need.
Сheck out my portfolio and feedback and see for yourself.

FIVE REASONS TO CHOOSE ME:
1. Professional knowledge of design and development (you will get comprehensive services from design to development);
2….

$68/hr

Web Development

CSS3

HTML

WordPress

Microsoft Word

Adobe Photoshop

Microsoft Excel

Project Management

Website Development

English Proofreading

Translation Danish English

I’m a website designer and developer.

My background as a Business & IT Consultant gives me strong project management skills and business understanding. I am happy working to tight deadlines.

I am a native English speaker (born and raised near London and now living in Dublin, Ireland). I am married to a Dane and speak relatively good Danish.

My recent projects include:
– Designing & building a website for advertising portal, for homeowners to list their own property for sale
– Designing & building a website for a Fitness Centre in Connecticut
– Designing & building a website for a Healthcare Services provider in the US
– Designing &…

$25/hr

Web Development

PHP

Git

CSS3

Scrum

jQuery

Laravel

WordPress

CodeIgniter

Project Management

Website Development

Started programming in 2005 to present, I am an experienced developer that has brewed my experience in HTML, CSS/SaSS, PHP, MySQL, JavaScript, jQuery, VueJS, NodeJS, Docker Swarm, and Kubernetes. Striving for excellence, I always keep my codes clean and reusable— ensuring to adhere to the DRY principle (Don’t Repeat Yourself). I have managed all my work in repositories, do continuous integration and continuous delivery if my role permits it.

I am self-sufficient and can work alone with minimal supervision. I still accept team-oriented projects when the opportunity is given. I am quite familiar with Scrum and Agile.

I am a well-rounded…

$45/hr

Web Development

Umbraco

ASP.NET

PSD2CMS

AngularJS

ASP.NET MVC

PSD to HTML

.NET Framework

Microsoft Azure

Website Development

You are looking for a spectacular result of your project. You may ask: what makes a software project to be perfect? My answer is a complete understanding of business process and client requirements.

TESTIMONIALS FROM MY PREVIOUS UPWORK CLIENTS:

“Ivan did a great on this job. He submitted the work before the due date, and everything that was needed was correct. Definitely, would recommend him to anyone that needs assistance in these fields.”

“Ivan is a great developer with perfect communication skills. I will be happy to work with him again.”

“I highly recommend Ivan. He is very professional and knowledgeable….

$16/hr

Web Development

PHP

CSS

HTML

React

Shopify

WordPress

Bootstrap

AngularJS

Website Development

Ecommerce Platform Development

10,000+ HOURS ON UPWORK. 100% JOB SUCCESS SCORE. HIGH QUALITY PRODUCT DELIVERY. LONG TERM RELATIONSHIP.

I am a proficient web & app developer having expertise working in both front-end and back-end technologies.

My skill set includes:

Front-end: HTML 5/CSS 3/Bootstrap 3/Angular JS/React JS
Back-end: PHP 5/Node.js
CMS: WordPress/Shopify/Magento
Framework: Yii/Laravel/CodeIgniter
Databases: MySQL/MongoDB

My key skills are:

– JavaScript
– Core PHP, Codelgniter, Yii
– WordPress Theme Creation from PSD
– WordPress Theme Creation from HTML/CSS
– Theme and Child theme Development
– WordPress…

$19/hr

Web Development

PHP

HTML

CSS3

MySQL

Magento

OpenCart

WordPress

Web Design

CodeIgniter

Website Development

I have developed a wide range of skills in Various Frameworks and CMS’s of PHP with Frontend Skills.I prefer to provide the best and top notch services to my clients so that we can make our relationships more strong and improve the universal brotherhood.

===========My skills ============

* HTML to WordPress

* PSD To WordPressTheme Developing,

* Website Migration, Website Edits, Theme editing

* Custom Theme Development And Customization,

* WordPress sites Updating

* WordPress Theme Modification and Implementing New Functions,

* Customization in woocommerce,

* WordPress Troubleshooting/Fixing Errors,

* Plugin…

$20/hr

Web Development

PHP

jQuery

GitHub

Vue.js

Laravel

AngularJS

Bootstrap

DigitalOcean

MySQL Programming

Website Development

Hey, I’m Amir, I’m a IT Pro well-equipped with sound knowledge and passion for software development and website development . I have several years of experience in various IT fields, looking to help more people.

My Expertise in Web Development fields with having 3+ years experience in PHP, HTML, HTML5, CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript, VUE JS, AJAX, MySQL and Database design. While in Frameworks i have strong grip in Laravel, Vue JS and Codeigniter

I only accept if I feel that I can make you satisfy about my delivery of your product request.So it’s the best thing to contact me directly to have a better discussion.

I always try to deliver a…

$25/hr

Web Development

JSF

Java

React

Liferay

Website

Hibernate

PrimeFaces

Spring Security

Spring Framework

Website Development

—- Liferay DXP 7.1 Certified Professional Back-End Developer —-
—- 6 Years on Liferay Platform includes Liferay 7.2/ 7.1 / 7 – DXP / 6.2 / 6.1 —-
—- 100 % Job completion | Top rated on Upwork | 2000+ hours —-

I am having more than 6 years of experience in software design, software development and software support/maintenance using Java technologies. Comfortable to work as a part of a team or as an independent developer for any project. Fluent in English

I am providing end to end solutions for Portal & Enterprise applications. Experienced in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle like…

$40/hr

Web Development

PHP

HTML5

React

UX/UI

Node.js

WordPress

Web Design

React Native

Website Development

Responsive Web Design

I am a full stack developer and CEO at web/mobile design&development company Perfectorium. For now, we are focused on HTML/CSS, PHP (WordPress, Laravel, Yii etc), Javascript (Nodejs, Reactjs, ReactNative etc), Java languages. Currently, we are open to extending our borders and we would like to find common cases to cooperate with you in these technologies on outstaff & outsource business models.
My team can help you with:
+ Design/reDesign for your brand/site/app and ui/ux design
+ Prototyping/Implementation our designs or your designs into new project
+ Make a custom made PHP (WordPress/WooCommerce, Laravel, Yii), Javascript (Nodejs,…

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How to Hire Top Web Developers

How to hire web developers

Web development covers a lot of territory—spanning server-side to client-side coding, and everything in between. It’s important to narrow down what aspect of (or problem with) your application, site, or back-end operations you need help with.

First, define the work that needs to be done. Then consider project duration or time to completion. Web development projects can range from weeks to months or more. The length of time is often determined by the developer based on your project description, but it’s generally good practice to provide an estimate or a deadline, if applicable.

How to shortlist web developers

As you’re browsing available web development consultants, it can be helpful to develop a shortlist of the freelancers you may want to interview. You can screen profiles on criteria such as:

Technology fit.You want a web developer who understands your technology stack (e.g., MEAN) so that they can slide into your developer workflow.
Organization.Good code is well documented—you want a developer whose work can be understood by the rest of your team.
Feedback. Check reviews from past clients for glowing testimonials or red flags that can tell you what it’s like to work with a particular web developer.
Portfolio.What aspects of development projects have they handled before? What were the results?

Sample web developer interview questions

The interview is an opportunity for you to learn more about a web developer’s approach, creativity, experience, and talent.

Prepare your interview questions ahead of time so you can feel confident that you’ve covered all relevant points. Here are some interview questions to consider:

“What do you think of our existing app/site?” Tailor this to ask about something related to your development project, or to learn whether they’ve done their homework.
“Tell me about three development projects you’ve worked on?” Ask about their most similar projects, favorite projects, or most recent. Listen for how they solved the initial problem, challenges that came up during the process, and what they did to address them.
“What’s your production timeline?” Get more details about how quickly they work, how much time they’ve spent on previous projects, and how they receive and implement feedback.
“What makes a great [insert type of project here]?” Learn more about how they’ll approach your project as well as their experience with similar work.

Using your observations and their responses, engage the web developer who has the talent, development experience, and mindset to excel with your particular project.

How to write an effective web developer job post

With a clear picture of your ideal web developer in mind, it’s time to write that job post. Although you don’t need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for a contractor to know if they’re the right fit for the project.

An effective web development job post should include:

Scope of work: From database migrations to payment gateways, list all the deliverables you’ll need.
Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project.
Background: If you require help with both the front end and the back end of a technology stack, mention this here.
Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.

Ready to create a website that will help you maximize the effectiveness of your digital marketing campaign? Log in and post your web development job on Upwork today.

WEB DEVELOPERS FAQ

What is web development?

Web development is best divided into two roles: the front-end developer who codes UI elements such as the search bar, drop-down menus, and forms, and the back-end developer who handles the data management and business logic that powers the app behind the scenes. While web developers can handle both roles, they usually specialize in either the front end or the back end of a technology stack.

What does a front-end web developer do?

Everything from the manner in which web content like articles and videos are displayed to design choices like fonts and color schemes, to the overall layout of a web page must be implemented by a front-end developer.

Web fundamentals like HTML, JavaScript, and CSS
CSS preprocessors like Sass or LESS
JavaScript frameworks like AngularJS, React, or Ember etc., or JS-based build tools like Grunt, Gulp, and Bower
Libraries like jQuery or Backbone.js
Front-end (CSS) frameworks like Foundation or Bootstrap
AJAX

Note: Advanced front-end developers will have a mix of front-end and back-end technology expertise, including solution stacks like MEAN or LAMP, and server-side technologies like Node, Java, or Ruby.

What does a back-end web developer do?

The back-end of a website consists of a database, an application, and a server. A back-end developer is essentially responsible for how data is stored, retrieved, and otherwise managed within a website.

The typical back-end developer’s skillset might look something like this:

API design and development
CRUD (Create, Read, Update, Delete)
RESTful Services
Cloud technologies such as AWS, Azure, and Cisco
Server-side languages like PHP, Python, Ruby, Java, JavaScript, and .Net
Database technologies like MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB.
Web server technologies like Node.js, J2EE, Apache, Nginx, ISS, etc.
Frameworks related to their server-side language of choice like: Express.js, Ruby on Rails, CakePHP, etc.

Tip: Full-stack JavaScript developers will have a mix of front-end and back-end technology expertise, usually centered around a software solution stack like MEAN (MongoDB, Express.js, Angular.JS, and Node.js), which allows you to build your entire web application out of JavaScript.

Why hire web developers?

A web developer can help bring your web site or application to life with programming, frameworks, and integrations. A front-end web developer builds everything a user sees and experiences on a website. A back-end developer builds the web services, APIs, and database management logic that provide the scaffolding upon which the front-end of a website is built. A full-stack developer can handle both front- and back-end development responsibilities.

How much does it cost to hire a web developer?

Here are a few cost factors you can consider to make the planning and budgeting process a bit smoother. Think of these as a general framework for approaching your project.

Cost Factor #1: Scope

Scope is an important consideration for any development project—and one that can quickly spiral out of its original estimation (and budget). Document your idea clearly to help give you (and interested freelancers) a scope determination. When you define your scope, be as detailed as possible with the developer. The more details you provide, the more accurate their proposal and estimate.

Cost Factor #2: Agency versus single specialist

An agency is often a “one size fits all” model, so you’ll have access to a designer, project manager, engineer, and more. With a single developer, if you need more than just development help to get your application launched, note that you’ll need to hire the others separately. This can be more costly and time-consuming since you’ll be responsible for communicating with each person separately facilitating communication between all parties.

Cost Factor #3: Platform

Web projects generally run on one of two different platforms: Linux or Windows. Windows hosting can be more expensive than Linux because Windows charges for licenses, however Linux platforms make money through support contracts. Even with cheaper programming costs, you still need a developer that works with your language. For the most part, programming ranges are similar for web development languages, but here’s a general idea of what rates contractors charge.

RATES CHARGED BY WEB DEVELOPERS

Type of Project	Description	Average Hourly Rate
Basic One-Page Site	Just one-page coding. A basic lead-gen page or landing page.	$15-40 +
CMS Code Customization (WordPress, Joomla, etc.)	Basic customizations of your theme’s code or general functionality of a common CMS platform.	$30-75 +
Full Custom Site Code (typically enterprise)	Building a design from scratch with custom code and design elements. Usually, a large project that requires coding from the ground up.	$75-150 +