As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for C Developer in Houston, TX is $135,142, equivalent to $65 per hour, $2,599 weekly, or $11,262 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for C Developer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for C Developer in Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $115,198 to $156,452. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($124,702) and 75th percentile ($146,297), while top earners (90th percentile) make $156,452 per year. This $21,595 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Application Development, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Houston C Developer often earn 2.3% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 356 statewide for C Developer 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
C Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile C Developer Salary $115,198 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
25th Percentile C Developer Salary $124,702 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
50th Percentile C Developer Salary $135,142 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
75th Percentile C Developer Salary $146,297 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
90th Percentile C Developer Salary $156,452 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
25% $124,702 10% $115,198 90% $156,452 75% $146,297 $135,142 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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

Houston, Texas  area prices were up 2.3% from a year ago

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