Software Developer salary in Dallas, TX
Median pay, Dallas-Fort Worth metro
$133,290/year
about $64.08 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $105,660 – $164,100
Half of software developers in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area earn more than $133,290 a year and half earn less. That's 2% lower than the national median of $135,980, and ranks #16 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $85,920 | $41.31 |
| 25th | $105,660 | $50.80 |
| Median (50th) | $133,290 | $64.08 |
| 75th | $164,100 | $78.89 |
| 90th (top earners) | $179,400 | $86.25 |
*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 Dallas-Fort Worth metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $105,660 ($50.80/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $105,660 to $164,100 ($50.80 to $78.89/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $164,100 ($78.89/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, Dallas-Fort Worth metro. Occupation: Software Developers (SOC 15-1252). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.