Economists Salary in Texas
Ranked #9 of 40 · TX
5% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $135,080 ≈ $65/hr
Median annual salary $121,420
Employment 560
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $66,760P25 $83,900 Median $121,420P75 $175,000P90 $219,140
About 80% of economistss in Texas earn between $66,760 and $219,140. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean economists salary in Texas is $135,080, about 5% below the U.S. average ($142,130). That works out to roughly $65/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $122,170 | $123,570 | 210 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | $107,450 | $115,440 | 50 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX | $87,350 | $132,100 | 70 |