Biochemist and Biophysicist Salary in Texas
Based on 520+ workers in Texas
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (TX)
$97,510
$46.88/hr
vs National Average
$99,195
-1.7% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$62K – $223K
520 employed in Texas
Salary Distribution — Biochemist and Biophysicist in Texas
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $61,820 |
| 25th percentile | $78,650 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $97,510 |
| 75th percentile | $129,330 |
| 90th percentile | $222,850 |
Top-Paying Industries for Biochemist and Biophysicist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Biochemist and Biophysicists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Biochemist and Biophysicists in Texas tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Wholesale Trade | $145,050 | 730 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $131,050 | 23K |
| Administrative and Support Services | $111,220 | 290 |
| Manufacturing | $108,360 | 7K |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $101,090 | — |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Biochemist and Biophysicist in Texas vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Texas) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $52,630 |
| 2023 | $66,140 |
| 2024 | $94,560 |
| 2025 | $97,510 |
| 2026 (projected) | $100,552 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Texas Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $52,630 | $86,103 |
| 2023 | $66,140 | $88,658 |
| 2024 | $94,560 | $94,075 |
| 2025 | $97,510 | $99,195 |
| 2026 (projected) | $100,552 | $102,290 |
Biochemist and Biophysicist Salary by Experience Level in Texas
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $78,650 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $97,510 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $129,330 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $222,850 |
Biochemist and Biophysicist Salary in Other States
Related Biochemist and Biophysicist Salaries in Texas
How other high-demand occupations in Texas compare to Biochemist and Biophysicist ($97,510 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Biochemist and Biophysicist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physicist in TX | $184,040 | +88.7% | $88.48/hr |
| Geoscientist in TX | $145,220 | +48.9% | $69.82/hr |
| Chemist in TX | $99,640 | +2.2% | $47.90/hr |
| Environmental Scientist in TX | $92,000 | -5.7% | $44.23/hr |
| Psychologist in TX | $83,660 | -14.2% | $40.22/hr |
| Urban and Regional Planner in TX | $82,830 | -15.1% | $39.82/hr |
| Medical Scientist in TX | $80,470 | -17.5% | $38.69/hr |
| Civil Engineer in TX | $96,860 | -0.7% | $46.57/hr |
| Project Management Specialist in TX | $98,440 | +1.0% | $47.33/hr |
| Registered Nurse in TX | $95,970 | -1.6% | $46.14/hr |
| Financial Analyst in TX | $99,150 | +1.7% | $47.67/hr |
| Personal Financial Advisor in TX | $99,160 | +1.7% | $47.67/hr |