Software Developer Salary in Austin, TX
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$133,604
Hourly Rate
$64.23
/hour
Jobs in Area
1,673
employed
Software Developer Salary Range in Austin, TX
Annual Salary Range
$86k
10th percentile
$107k
25th
$159k
75th
$194k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $86,061 | $41.38 |
| 25th Percentile | $107,320 | $51.60 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $133,604 | $64.23 |
| 75th Percentile | $158,506 | $76.20 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $193,680 | $93.12 |
| Average (Mean) | $143,526 | $69.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Software Developer salary in Austin, TX is $133,604 per year or $64.23 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Austin, TX Compares
vs National Average
$127,260
vs Texas Average
$137,131
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$126,879
Cost of living in Austin, TX is 5.3% above the national average.
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