Budget distribution (fixed-price jobs)
Most requested skills
Demand profile
| Experience level requested | Entry 4% · Intermediate 68% · Expert 28% |
| Top client countries | United States (1,380) · USA (292) · United Kingdom (229) · India (223) · Australia (183) · Unknown (177) |
| Peak posting hours | 14:00 UTC · 15:00 UTC · 17:00 UTC — being first here wins contracts |
| Clients with prior spend | 58% of job posts come from clients who have already paid freelancers on Upwork |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average Web & Software Dev budget on Upwork in July 2026?
Based on 4,053 job posts tracked over the last 30 days, the average fixed-price budget for Web, Mobile & Software Dev jobs is $641 (median $123), and the average stated hourly rate is $26/hr.
How many Web & Software Dev jobs are posted on Upwork?
SnipeWork tracked 4,053 Web, Mobile & Software Dev job posts in the last 30 days, including 691 in the last 24 hours. 49% are fixed-price projects.
What skills are most in demand for Web & Software Dev on Upwork?
The most requested skills right now: Web Development, Web Design, WordPress, JavaScript, PHP.
When is the best time to apply to Web & Software Dev jobs?
Most Web, Mobile & Software Dev jobs are posted around 14:00 UTC, 15:00 UTC, 17:00 UTC. Applying within minutes of posting dramatically increases reply rates — that's exactly what SnipeWork's instant alerts are for.
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Methodology: SnipeWork collects public Upwork job posts through the official Upwork API and aggregates budgets over a rolling 30-day window. Fixed averages use range midpoints; hourly averages use the midpoint of the client's stated range. Figures update continuously and reflect stated client budgets, not final contract values. Last computed: July 9, 2026.