Environmental Economists Salary in Texas
Environmental Economists in Texas earn a median of $121,420 a year, −3% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Economists”.
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.
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- Climate Change Policy Analysts$92,000 median in Texas (broader BLS group)
- Statisticians$102,960 median in Texas
- Actuaries$105,020 median in Texas
Environmental Economists pay in Texas
How much do environmental 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 environmental economists?
On pay alone it ranks 13 of 40 (−3% vs. the national median of $124,720). Living costs are not included.