Physicists Salary in Texas
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • Texas
Physicists in Texas earn a median salary of $178,543 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, +7.4% vs the national median of $166,290. An estimated 510 physicists are employed across Texas, with salaries ranging from $129,380 to $212,050 depending on location.
$178,543
Avg median salary in Texas
$212,050
Highest paying metro
$129,380
Lowest paying metro
510
Employed in Texas
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inPhysicists salaries by city in Texas
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston, TX | $212,050 | $98,120 | — | 130 |
| Dallas, TX | $202,610 | $112,340 | — | 120 |
| San Antonio, TX | $170,130 | $135,510 | $205,050 | 140 |
| Austin, TX | $129,380 | $75,350 | $215,980 | 120 |