SOC 15-1251 · Texas · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Computer Programmers in Texas is $95,715 per year ($46.02/hr). This is 3% lower than the national median of $98,675. The middle 50% earn between $69,708 and $125,091 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $157,232.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $24.34 | $50,622 | -3.0% |
| P25 | $33.51 | $69,708 | -3.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $46.02 | $95,715 | -3.0% |
| P75 | $60.14 | $125,091 | -3.0% |
| P90 | $75.59 | $157,232 | -3.0% |
Information sector openings declined modestly (-9K) in February. Quit rates dropped to 1.3%, the lowest in a decade. The "Great Stay" is strongest in tech: employees are staying put, giving employers maximum leverage on new offers.
The median (P50) annual salary for Computer Programmers in Texas is approximately $95,715, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 3% lower than the national median of $98,675.
Entry-level Computer Programmers (10th percentile) in Texas earn approximately $50,622 per year. The 25th percentile is $69,708. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $157,232.
Texas pays 3% lower than the national average. The national P50 is $98,675 vs $95,715 in Texas. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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