As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Algorithmic Trader in Houston, TX is $85,272, equivalent to $41 per hour, $1,640 weekly, or $7,106 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Algorithmic Trader in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Algorithmic Trader in Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $47,870 to $120,800. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($65,695) and 75th percentile ($103,869), while top earners (90th percentile) make $120,800 per year. This $38,174 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like or , or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Houston Algorithmic Trader often earn 2.1% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 360 statewide for Algorithmic Trader job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Algorithmic Trader Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Algorithmic Trader Salary $47,870 Houston, TX August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Algorithmic Trader Salary $65,695 Houston, TX August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Algorithmic Trader Salary $85,272 Houston, TX August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Algorithmic Trader Salary $103,869 Houston, TX August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Algorithmic Trader Salary $120,800 Houston, TX August 01, 2026
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    Algorithmic Trader

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Senior Trader

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Houston, Texas    Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

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