As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for SAS Programmer in Houston, TX is $113,186, equivalent to $54 per hour, $2,177 weekly, or $9,432 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for SAS Programmer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for SAS Programmer in Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $93,938 to $136,260. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($103,110) and 75th percentile ($125,263), while top earners (90th percentile) make $136,260 per year. This $22,153 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Statistical Analysis, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Houston SAS Programmer often earn 2.1% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 360 statewide for SAS 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
SAS Programmer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile SAS Programmer Salary $93,938 Houston, TX November 01, 2026
25th Percentile SAS Programmer Salary $103,110 Houston, TX November 01, 2026
50th Percentile SAS Programmer Salary $113,186 Houston, TX November 01, 2026
75th Percentile SAS Programmer Salary $125,263 Houston, TX November 01, 2026
90th Percentile SAS Programmer Salary $136,260 Houston, TX November 01, 2026
25% $103,110 10% $93,938 90% $136,260 75% $125,263 $113,186 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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