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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Compliance Officers salary in Houston, Texas

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Houston 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$75,630
Mean annual$82,800
Range (10th to 90th)$44,130 to $129,780
Houston, Texas employment8,430
State vs national-3.5% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Houston compliance officers fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

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

10TH$44,13025TH$51,380MEDIAN$75,63075TH$113,65090TH$129,780

The middle 50% of workers earn between $51,380 and $113,650, with a median of $75,630.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    Moderate-term on-the-job training

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Law and Government

    Knowledge

    4.1 / 5

  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

  • Written Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

  • Active Listening

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5

  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

  • English Language

    Knowledge

    4.0 / 5

  • Customer and Personal Service

    Knowledge

    3.9 / 5

  • Reading Comprehension

    Basic skill

    3.9 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Issue licenses to individuals meeting standards.

  2. 02

    Collect fees for licenses.

  3. 03

    Warn violators of infractions or penalties.

  4. 04

    Administer oral, written, road, or flight tests to license applicants.

  5. 05

    Evaluate applications, records, or documents to gather information about eligibility or liability issues.

  6. 06

    Visit establishments to verify that valid licenses or permits are displayed and that licensing standards are being upheld.

  7. 07

    Advise licensees or other individuals or groups concerning licensing, permit, or passport regulations.

  8. 08

    Prepare reports of activities, evaluations, recommendations, or decisions.

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Other metros in Texas

How the Houston metro compares to other major Texas metro areas for compliance officers.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Compliance Officers in Houston, Texas?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Compliance Officers in the Houston metropolitan area is $75,630.
Does Houston pay more than the Texas state average for Compliance Officers?
The Houston metro median is +5.0% versus the Texas state median of $72,050.
How does Houston compare to the national median for Compliance Officers?
The Houston metro median is -3.5% versus the BLS national figure of $78,411.
What is the salary range for Compliance Officers in Houston?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $44,130 and the 90th-percentile at $129,780 for the Houston metro area.
What education is required for Compliance Officers?
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 Houston 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.