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PHP Lead Developer

Average PHP Lead Developer Salary

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$87,439
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$60k
MEDIAN
$87k
90%
$121k

The average salary for a PHP Lead Developer is $87,439 in 2025

Base Salary
$60k - $121k
Bonus
$927 - $12k
Profit Sharing
$636 - $12k
Commission
$0 - $15k
Total Pay
$59k - $127k
Based on 1,773 salary profiles (last updated Jan 06 2021)
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Common Health Benefits for a PHP Lead Developer

Medical
83%
Dental
73%
Vision
63%
None
17%

Gender Breakdown for PHP Lead Developers

Male
86.4%
Female
12.9%
Prefer to self-define
0.7%
This data is based on 1,062 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About PHP Lead Developers

What is the highest pay for PHP Lead Developers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a PHP Lead Developer is $121k / year

What is the lowest pay for PHP Lead Developers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a PHP Lead Developer is $60k / year

How can PHP Lead Developers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a PHP Lead Developer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a PHP Lead Developer that oversees more junior PHP Lead Developers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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