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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators salary in Austin, Texas

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Austin metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$53,670
Mean annual$57,780
Range (10th to 90th)$43,820 to $80,160
Austin, Texas employment150
State vs national-13.7% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Austin arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$43,82025TH$46,780MEDIAN$53,67075TH$63,08090TH$80,160

The middle 50% of workers earn between $46,780 and $63,080, with a median of $53,670.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    5 years or more

  • On-the-job training

    Moderate-term on-the-job training

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Negotiation

    Technical

    4.8 / 5
  • English Language

    Knowledge

    4.6 / 5
  • Active Listening

    Basic skill

    4.4 / 5
  • Law and Government

    Knowledge

    4.2 / 5
  • Writing

    Basic skill

    4.1 / 5
  • Speaking

    Basic skill

    4.1 / 5
  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.1 / 5
  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.1 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Prepare written opinions or decisions regarding cases.

  2. 02

    Apply relevant laws, regulations, policies, or precedents to reach conclusions.

  3. 03

    Conduct hearings to obtain information or evidence relative to disposition of claims.

  4. 04

    Use mediation techniques to facilitate communication between disputants, to further parties' understanding of different perspectives, and to guide parties toward mutual agreement.

  5. 05

    Determine extent of liability according to evidence, laws, or administrative or judicial precedents.

  6. 06

    Confer with disputants to clarify issues, identify underlying concerns, and develop an understanding of their respective needs and interests.

  7. 07

    Authorize payment of valid claims.

  8. 08

    Rule on exceptions, motions, or admissibility of evidence.

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Other metros in Texas

How the Austin metro compares to other major Texas metro areas for arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators in Austin, Texas?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators in the Austin metropolitan area is $53,670.
Does Austin pay more than the Texas state average for Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators?
The Austin metro median is +12.0% versus the Texas state median of $47,910.
How does Austin compare to the national median for Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators?
The Austin metro median is -13.7% versus the BLS national figure of $62,177.
What is the salary range for Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators in Austin?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $43,820 and the 90th-percentile at $80,160 for the Austin metro area.
What education is required for Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Austin CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.