As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Principal Software Engineer in Ackerly, TX is $117,594, equivalent to $57 per hour, $2,261 weekly, or $9,800 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Principal Software Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Principal Software Engineer in Ackerly, TX vary widely, spanning from $99,633 to $136,708. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($108,193) and 75th percentile ($127,599), while top earners (90th percentile) make $136,708 per year. This $19,406 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Software Development, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Ackerly Principal Software Engineer often earn 8.8% lower than national averages. 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
Principal Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $99,633 Ackerly, TX June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $108,193 Ackerly, TX June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $117,594 Ackerly, TX June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $127,599 Ackerly, TX June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $136,708 Ackerly, TX June 01, 2026
25% $108,193 10% $99,633 90% $136,708 75% $127,599 $117,594 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Principal Software Engineer in Ackerly, TX. The base salary for Principal Software Engineer ranges from $108,193 to $127,599 with the average base salary of $117,594. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $118,686 to $145,597 with the average total cash compensation of $131,487.

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About Ackerly, Texas    Ackerly is a city in Dawson and Martin Counties in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 Census, the population was 220. Ackerly is located at 32°31....More

Ackerly, Texas  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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