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Software Engineer salary in Houston,TX

How much can you earn as a Software Engineer in Houston,TX?

Software Engineer in Houston, TX earn an average of $64.13 per hour, approximately $11,111 per month or $133,333 per year. Salary for Software Engineer typically range from $126K to $175K annually, depending on skills, experience, and employer.

Average Salary Overview – Software Engineer Houston, TX

For aspiring software engineers or those looking to move to Houston, TX, getting a sense of the average salary is crucial in planning your career path. The figures presented here are based on the current market context in the U.S. for the year 2025. They represent the 25th, 50th, and 75th percentiles of average salaries and total compensation for software engineers.

Percentile	Average Salary	Total Compensation
25th	$75,000	$85,000
50th (Median)	$105,000	$120,000
75th	$135,000	$155,000

Software Engineer Salary by Experience Level

The level of experience a software engineer has significantly influences their earning potential. Below is a breakdown of estimated total compensation for software engineers at different experience stages in Houston, TX.

Years of Experience	Estimated Total Compensation
0-2 years	$80,000 - $90,000
3-5 years	$100,000 - $120,000
6-10 years	$130,000 - $150,000
10+ years	$160,000 - $200,000+

Related Roles & Salaries

There are several roles closely related to a software engineer that you might be interested in. The salary ranges for these roles in Houston, TX are listed below.

Related Roles	Typical Salary Range
Systems Engineer	$70,000 - $110,000
Data Analyst	$60,000 - $100,000
Software Developer	$75,000 - $130,000
IT Manager	$85,000 - $150,000
Data Scientist	$90,000 - $150,000