Buyers and Purchasing Agents Salary in Eastern Region of Texas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $64,400 -14.9% vs national
Median hourly $30.96
10th percentile $37,600
90th percentile $98,820
Employed locally 180
National median $75,650

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,600
    25th
    $49,960
    50th (median)
    $64,400
    75th
    $82,050
    90th
    $98,820

    Top-paying metros for Buyers and Purchasing Agents

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $117,960
    Lexington Park, MD $105,810
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $103,560
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $102,140
    Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR $99,200
    Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area $99,200

    Related occupations in Eastern Region of Texas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $72,710
    Human Resources Specialists $53,930
    Project Management Specialists $78,220
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $72,070
    Training and Development Specialists $44,780
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $52,480

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Buyers and Purchasing Agents make per hour in Eastern Region of Texas?

    The median hourly wage for Buyers and Purchasing Agents in Eastern Region of Texas is $30.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $55.70 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Region of Texas above or below average for Buyers and Purchasing Agents salaries?

    The median Buyers and Purchasing Agents salary in Eastern Region of Texas is 14.9% below the national median of $75,650. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Buyers and Purchasing Agents in Eastern Region of Texas?

    Entry-level Buyers and Purchasing Agents (10th percentile) earn around $37,600 per year in Eastern Region of Texas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,960.