Software Developer salary in San Antonio, TX
Median pay, San Antonio metro
$128,430/year
about $61.75 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $101,000 – $154,790
Half of software developers in the San Antonio metro area earn more than $128,430 a year and half earn less. That's 6% lower than the national median of $135,980, and ranks #28 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $80,560 | $38.73 |
| 25th | $101,000 | $48.56 |
| Median (50th) | $128,430 | $61.75 |
| 75th | $154,790 | $74.42 |
| 90th (top earners) | $165,870 | $79.75 |
*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 San Antonio metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $101,000 ($48.56/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $101,000 to $154,790 ($48.56 to $74.42/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $154,790 ($74.42/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, San Antonio metro. Occupation: Software Developers (SOC 15-1252). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.