Java developer salary in Houston, TX

The average salary for a Java Developer is $63.24 per hour in Houston, TX. This figure is based on 28 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 5, 2026.

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Java Developer salaries in Houston, TX typically range between a low of $46.83 and a high of $85.40 per hour, depending on experience and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Java Developer in Houston, TX include Richardson, TX at $71.60 per hour, Irving, TX at $70.27 per hour, and Allen, TX at $63.48 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Java Developer in Houston, TX include Kraken ($250,000 per year) and Ancestry ($190,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Java Developer salary in Houston, TX compares to related positions:

• Entry Level Java Developer: Average $66,999 per year
• Senior Java Developer: Average $129,230 per year
• Junior Java Developer: Average $90,758 per year
• Lead Java Software Engineer: Average $138,735 per year