Program Engineering Salary in Texas

How much does a Program Engineering make in Texas?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Program Engineering in Texas is $91,594 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

However, a Program Engineering's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,383
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,306 to $98,812
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,938
Compensation Planning
Develop a Job Description
Pay Equity
2026 Compensation Trend
Recruit with AI
AI-Powered Talent
View as table View as graph 25% $81,306 10% $71,938 90% $105,383 75% $98,812 $91,594 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Program Engineering Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $98,812 $8,234 $1,900 $48
Average $91,594 $7,633 $1,761 $44
25th Percentile $81,306 $6,775 $1,564 $39
Check out Program Engineering Job Openings in Texas
Engineering Program Manager

Thermon - Seguin, TX

Program Engineering Manager

E Tech Group - Plano, TX

Engineering Program Manager

Rosendin - Coppell, TX

Engineering Program Manager

Foxconn Industrial Internet - FII - Houston, TX

Search More Program Engineering Jobs in Texas

Key Factors That Influence Program Engineering Salaries

A Program Engineering's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Program Engineering Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Program Engineering's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $76,911
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $93,738
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $108,424
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $112,032
  • Expert (over 8 years): $175,630
Levels Salary
Workforce... Level Program Engineering$76,911
Program E... Level Program Engineering$93,738
Workforce... Level Program Engineering$108,424
Workforce... Level Program Engineering$112,032
Workforce... Level Program Engineering$175,630
$76,911 0 yr
$93,738 < 2 yrs
$108,424 2-4 yrs
$112,032 5-8 yrs
$175,630 > 8 yrs
View as Table
View as Graph

What Am I Worth?

Top Paying Cities for Program Engineerings

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Waka: $83,471
  • Hillsboro: $85,977
  • Austin: $92,975

Program Engineering Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Program Engineering roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 75% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Program Engineering positions in Financial Services or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Program Engineering as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Program Engineering

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$123,652$59.035%
Biotechnology$119,072$57.030%
Insurance$114,493$55.025%
Energy & Utilities$109,913$53.020%
Software & Networking$109,913$53.020%

Program Engineering Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Program Engineering's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Find Your Next Program Engineering Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Program Engineering job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

United States
  • Rosendin

    Pflugerville, TX

    Rosendin | Pflugerville, TX

    Job Description. Job Description. Whether you're a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Rosendin. Enjoy a... more

    10 Days Ago

  • The University of Texas at Austin

    Austin, TX

    The University of Texas at Austin | Austin, TX

    Job Posting Title:Senior Student Program Coordinator, Department of Mechanical Engineering----Hiring Department:Walker Department of Mechanical Engineering... more

    10 Days Ago

  • Wabtec

    Fort Worth, TX

    Wabtec | Fort Worth, TX

    Job Description. Job Description. Job Description. Who will you be working with. Our Freight Services Division provides locomotive maintenance services to ... more

    10 Days Ago

  • Foxconn Industrial Internet - FII

    Houston, TX

    Foxconn Industrial Internet - FII | Houston, TX

    Job Description. Job Description. Job Summary. This position is a dual role of Development Program Manager and Technical Account Manager. The Development P... more

    12 Days Ago

  • Visa

    Austin, TX

    Visa | Austin, TX

    Company DescriptionVisa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchan... more

    10 Days Ago

  • Peraton

    Palestine, TX

    Peraton | Palestine, TX

    Quality Assurance Engineering Technician. Peraton provides management and technical support for NASA's scientific balloon program which supports enabling s... more

    9 Days Ago

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Cost of Living In Texas

Cost of Living in Texas is
-2.5% Lower
than the National Average

Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.

Explore Cost of Living Calculator
Empower Your Team

Salary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.

Find Salary.com Comp Consulting
See Salary Trends in 2025

Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.

Price Your Company Jobs and Make Pay Fair

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

  • Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
  • Job and employee pricing reports
  • Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.
Learn about CompAnalyst