📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

DevOps Engineer Salary in Texas (2026)

Texas · 5.0% below national average · Very High Demand

Average
$114,551
per year
Median
$109,250
per year
Hourly
$55.07
per hour
🏛️ Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
📅 Dataset: OES May 2025
🔄 Published: May 2026
📍 Coverage: All 50 States + DC
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Salary Range & Percentiles
Pay distribution across experience levels
10th Percentile — Entry Level$73,768
25th Percentile — Junior$95,238
50th Percentile — Median$109,250
75th Percentile — Senior$143,545
90th Percentile — Top Earners$161,690
💡 Top-earning DevOps Engineers in Texas make up to $161,690 per year. The job market in Texas is rated strong, with key industries including Energy, Technology, Healthcare.
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Salary Growth Trend (2021–2026)
Six-year compensation trajectory
$79.8k
2021
$85.8k
2022
$92.2k
2023
$99.1k
2024
$106.6k
2025
$114.6k
2026
📈 DevOps Engineer salaries in Texas have followed the national trend with 7.5% annual growth. The strong demand in Texas's job market supports continued salary increases.
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DevOps Engineer Salary by City in Texas
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Houston $111,114 -3.0% Very High
San Antonio $103,096 -10.0% Very High
Dallas $113,405 -1.0% Very High
Austin $123,715 +8.0% Very High
Fort Worth $109,969 -4.0% Very High
El Paso $93,932 -18.0% Very High
Arlington $111,114 -3.0% Very High
Corpus Christi $99,659 -13.0% Very High
Plano $116,842 +2.0% Very High
Laredo $91,641 -20.0% Very High
Lubbock $93,932 -18.0% Very High
Garland $108,823 -5.0% Very High
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DevOps Engineer Job Market in Texas
Key factors affecting compensation

Texas is home to a strong job market for DevOps Engineers. The state's key industries — Energy, Technology, Healthcare — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $114,551 per year, Texas's DevOps Engineer salaries are 5.0% lower than the national average.

The cost of living in Texas (index: 0.95) makes salaries stretch further than in higher-cost states. Entry-level professionals in Texas can expect to earn $73,768–$95,238, while experienced DevOps Engineers can command $143,545–$161,690.

Looking ahead, the DevOps Engineer profession in Texas is projected to grow at 7.5% annually. Major employers are actively hiring, and the state's investment in Energy continues to drive new opportunities for qualified candidates.

🏛️ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OES) · May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this salary
  • The average DevOps Engineer salary in Texas is $114,551 per year in 2026, which is 5.0% below the national average of $120,580.
  • Major metro areas typically pay DevOps Engineers the highest wages in Texas due to higher costs of living and competitive job markets.
  • Texas has a strong job market with major industries in Energy, Technology, Healthcare. This makes it one of the better states for DevOps Engineer employment.
  • At $114,551/year, Texas DevOps Engineer salaries are 5.0% lower than the national average of $120,580/year.