As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior SQL Developer in Houston, TX is $148,601, equivalent to $71 per hour, $2,858 weekly, or $12,383 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Senior SQL Developer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Senior SQL Developer in Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $120,679 to $164,619. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($133,985) and 75th percentile ($156,985), while top earners (90th percentile) make $164,619 per year. This $23,000 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Networking or Linux, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Houston Senior SQL Developer often earn 2.3% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 356 statewide for Senior SQL 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
Senior SQL Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $120,679 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $133,985 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $148,601 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $156,985 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $164,619 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
25% $133,985 10% $120,679 90% $164,619 75% $156,985 $148,601 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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