As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Data Programmer in Houston, TX is $58,904, equivalent to $28 per hour, $1,133 weekly, or $4,909 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Data Programmer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Data Programmer in Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $51,765 to $67,676. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($55,167) and 75th percentile ($63,496), while top earners (90th percentile) make $67,676 per year. This $8,329 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 Data Programmer often earn 2.3% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 356 statewide for Data Programmer 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
Data Programmer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $51,765 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $55,167 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $58,904 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $63,496 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $67,676 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
25% $55,167 10% $51,765 90% $67,676 75% $63,496 $58,904 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

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