Java developer salary in Houston, TX

The average salary for a Java Developer is $108,684 per year in Houston, TX. This figure is based on 30 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on June 10, 2026.

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Java Developer salaries in Houston, TX typically range between a low of $73,821 and a high of $131,544 per year, depending on experience and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Java Developer in Houston, TX include Irving, TX at $110,001 per year, Richardson, TX at $109,299 per year, and Allen, TX at $99,016 per year.

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 $135,050 per year
• Junior Java Developer: Average $90,758 per year
• Lead Java Software Engineer: Average $138,538 per year