Biologists Salary in Texas
Biologists in Texas earn a median of $80,870 a year, −18% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Biological Scientists, All Other”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $80,870
- vs. U.S. median
- −18% ($98,920)
- Rank among states
- 38 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 2,480
Pay range in Texas
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,940; the top 10% earn over $126,050. Nationally the range is $60,430 to $168,010.
States ranked near Texas
Similar jobs in Texas
- Geneticists$80,870 median in Texas (broader BLS group)
- Bioinformatics Scientists$80,870 median in Texas (broader BLS group)
- Microbiologists$66,450 median in Texas
- Molecular and Cellular Biologists$80,870 median in Texas (broader BLS group)
- Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$80,470 median in Texas
- Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$92,000 median in Texas
Biologists pay in Texas
How much do biologists make in Texas?
The median is $80,870 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,940 and the top 10% earn over $126,050. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Texas a good state for biologists?
On pay alone it ranks 38 of 50 (−18% vs. the national median of $98,920). Living costs are not included.