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Game Developer Salary in Dallas, Texas

The median game developer salary in Dallas, TX is $90,100 per year, which is 6.0% above the national median and 8.2% above the Texas state average.

City Median
$90,100
vs State Avg
+$6,800
vs National
+$5,100
Cost of Living
100%

Game Developer Salary in Dallas by Experience

In Dallas, an entry-level game developer earns around $53,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $156,880 per year. The local cost of living index is 100% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$53,000
+$3,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$92,220
+$5,220 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$156,880
+$8,880 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Dallas, TX

Percentile Dallas
10th Percentile $50,880
25th Percentile $68,900
Median (50th) $90,100
75th Percentile $127,200
90th Percentile $164,300

Game Developer Salary in Other Texas Cities

Austin, TX
$94,350
Pop. 978,908
Houston, TX
$86,700
Pop. 2,304,580
Fort Worth, TX
$83,300
Pop. 918,915
San Antonio, TX
$79,900
Pop. 1,434,625

How to Become a Game Developer in Dallas

Education

Most game developer positions require a bachelor's degree. Dallas and the surrounding Texas area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

C++Unity/Unreal3D MathGame PhysicsGPU ProgrammingVersion Control

Job Outlook

Nationally, game developer employment is projected to grow 10% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Dallas may vary based on local industry and population growth.