Software Developer salary in Austin, TX
Median pay, Austin metro
$134,120/year
about $64.48 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $104,000 – $168,730
Half of software developers in the Austin metro area earn more than $134,120 a year and half earn less. That's 1% lower than the national median of $135,980, and ranks #15 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $96,110 | $46.21 |
| 25th | $104,000 | $50.00 |
| Median (50th) | $134,120 | $64.48 |
| 75th | $168,730 | $81.12 |
| 90th (top earners) | $209,890 | $100.91 |
*Yearly pay divided by 2,080 hours (40 hours × 52 weeks), the full-time basis BLS uses.
Is your offer fair?
For a software developer job in the Austin metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $104,000 ($50.00/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $104,000 to $168,730 ($50.00 to $81.12/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $168,730 ($81.12/hr). Higher than three quarters of workers here.
Before you accept
- Total pay at larger companies often includes stock and bonuses, so compare total compensation, not just salary.
- A fully remote role is usually priced against national pay, while on-site roles in big tech hubs tend to pay more.
- On-call rotations are common. Ask how often and whether they come with extra pay or time off.
Also watch for the common warning signs in the posting itself: 15 job posting red flags.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, Austin metro. Occupation: Software Developers (SOC 15-1252). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.