Economists Salary in Texas
Economists in Texas earn a median of $121,420 a year, −3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $121,420
- vs. U.S. median
- −3% ($124,720)
- Rank among states
- 13 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 560
Pay range in Texas
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $66,760; the top 10% earn over $219,140. Nationally the range is $67,360 to $238,060.
States ranked near Texas
Similar jobs in Texas
- Environmental Economists$121,420 median in Texas (broader BLS group)
- Financial Quantitative Analysts$71,650 median in Texas (broader BLS group)
- Business Intelligence Analysts$122,090 median in Texas (broader BLS group)
- Survey Researchers$47,330 median in Texas
- Political Scientists$114,050 median in Texas
- Actuaries$105,020 median in Texas
Economists pay in Texas
How much do economists make in Texas?
The median is $121,420 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $66,760 and the top 10% earn over $219,140. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Texas a good state for economists?
On pay alone it ranks 13 of 40 (−3% vs. the national median of $124,720). Living costs are not included.