Technology Texas (TX) Rank #23 of 50

Software Engineer Salary in Texas

The median software engineer salary in Texas is $121,716 per year, which is 2% below the national median of $124,200.

Median Salary

$121,716

vs National

$-2,484

State Rank

#23 of 50

Cost of Living

92%

Software Engineer Salary in Texas by Experience

In Texas, an entry-level software engineer earns around $76,440, while experienced professionals earn up to $181,300 per year. The cost of living index in Texas is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$76,440

$-1,560 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$122,500

$-2,500 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$181,300

$-3,700 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Texas

Percentile	TX Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$73,108	$74,600	$-1,492
25th Percentile	$96,236	$98,200	$-1,964
Median (50th)	$121,716	$124,200	$-2,484
75th Percentile	$155,036	$158,200	$-3,164
90th Percentile	$194,608	$198,580	$-3,972

Major Cities for Software Engineers in Texas

The largest employment areas for software engineers in Texas include Houston, Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Houston, TX