Historians Salary in Texas
Historians in Texas earn a median of $78,240 a year, +2% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $78,240
- vs. U.S. median
- +2% ($76,750)
- Rank among states
- 13 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 130
Pay range in Texas
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,600; the top 10% earn over $116,900. Nationally the range is $42,730 to $131,810.
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How much do historians make in Texas?
The median is $78,240 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,600 and the top 10% earn over $116,900. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Texas a good state for historians?
On pay alone it ranks 13 of 35 (+2% vs. the national median of $76,750). Living costs are not included.