Economists Salary in Texas
In Texas, economists earn $106,200 at the median — $51.06 an hour. The range runs from $63K at the entry level to $215K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Texas. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $106K get you in Texas?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Texas
Entry-level economists (10th percentile) start around $63K. Mid-career wages sit at $106K. Top earners bring in $215K or more, a $152K spread from bottom to top.
Economists salary by metro in Texas
4 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands | $131K | +24% | 160 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels | $103K | -3% | 60 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington | $98K | -8% | 210 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos | $82K | -22% | 70 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do economists make in Texas?
The median is $106,200 a year, that works out to about $51 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $63,070, and experienced economists can clear $215,370. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $106K enough to live in Texas?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $6,925/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,415/month, which eats 20.4% of your paycheck. That's under the 30% guideline most financial planners use, so the numbers work.
How far does a economists salary go in Texas?
Texas has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median economists salary is worth about $116,078 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do economists get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.