Atmospheric and Space Scientists Salary in Texas
Ranked #43 of 47 · TX
18.5% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $86,470 ≈ $42/hr
Median annual salary $84,990
Employment 720
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $46,370P25 $66,930 Median $84,990P75 $95,480P90 $131,750
About 80% of atmospheric and space scientistss in Texas earn between $46,370 and $131,750. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean atmospheric and space scientists salary in Texas is $86,470, about 18.5% below the U.S. average ($106,110). That works out to roughly $42/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $92,790 | $93,060 | 140 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $88,570 | $86,150 | 240 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | $87,110 | $97,230 | 50 |
| Lubbock, TX | $81,350 | $89,430 | 30 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX | $77,860 | $82,090 | 70 |