As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PHP Developer in Houston, TX is $72,959, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,403 weekly, or $6,080 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for PHP Developer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for PHP Developer in Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $62,268 to $83,394. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($67,363) and 75th percentile ($78,421), while top earners (90th percentile) make $83,394 per year. This $11,058 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Web Applications, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Houston PHP Developer often earn 2.3% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 356 statewide for PHP 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
PHP Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile PHP Developer Salary $62,268 Houston, TX March 01, 2026
25th Percentile PHP Developer Salary $67,363 Houston, TX March 01, 2026
50th Percentile PHP Developer Salary $72,959 Houston, TX March 01, 2026
75th Percentile PHP Developer Salary $78,421 Houston, TX March 01, 2026
90th Percentile PHP Developer Salary $83,394 Houston, TX March 01, 2026
25% $67,363 10% $62,268 90% $83,394 75% $78,421 $72,959 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    PHP Developer

    0 - 2 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

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

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