Economist Salary in Texas
Based on 560+ workers in Texas
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (TX)
$121,420
$58.38/hr
vs National Average
$111,296
+9.1% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$67K – $219K
560 employed in Texas
Salary Distribution — Economist in Texas
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $66,760 |
| 25th percentile | $83,900 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $121,420 |
| 75th percentile | $175,000 |
| 90th percentile | $219,140 |
Top-Paying Industries for Economist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Economists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Economists in Texas tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction | $210,780 | 30 |
| Wholesale Trade | $207,400 | 40 |
| Manufacturing | $180,320 | 90 |
| Finance and Insurance | $173,990 | 2K |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $160,150 | 170 |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Economist in Texas vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Texas) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $104,650 |
| 2023 | $116,870 |
| 2024 | $106,200 |
| 2025 | $121,420 |
| 2026 (projected) | $128,705 |
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 | $104,650 | $96,369 |
| 2023 | $116,870 | $98,241 |
| 2024 | $106,200 | $102,371 |
| 2025 | $121,420 | $111,296 |
| 2026 (projected) | $128,705 | $117,974 |
Economist Salary by Experience Level in Texas
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $83,900 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $121,420 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $175,000 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $219,140 |
Economist Salary in Other States
Related Economist Salaries in Texas
How other high-demand occupations in Texas compare to Economist ($121,420 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Economist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Manager in TX | $164,860 | +35.8% | $79.26/hr |
| Actuary in TX | $105,020 | -13.5% | $50.49/hr |
| Personal Financial Advisor in TX | $99,160 | -18.3% | $47.67/hr |
| Financial Analyst in TX | $99,150 | -18.3% | $47.67/hr |
| Budget Analyst in TX | $82,970 | -31.7% | $39.89/hr |
| Accountant in TX | $80,920 | -33.4% | $38.90/hr |
| Credit Analyst in TX | $78,730 | -35.2% | $37.85/hr |
| Securities Sales Agent in TX | $78,470 | -35.4% | $37.73/hr |
| Financial Examiner in TX | $78,140 | -35.6% | $37.57/hr |
| Compliance Officer in TX | $75,370 | -37.9% | $36.24/hr |
| Tax Examiner in TX | $71,650 | -41.0% | $34.45/hr |
| Loan Officer in TX | $66,370 | -45.3% | $31.91/hr |