Salary distribution
Where Texas economists fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $79,460 and $160,950, with a median of $106,200.
Economists in Texas: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 60 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $105,618. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 19 | $74,558 |
| Level II — qualified | 22 | $108,176 |
| Level III — experienced | 15 | $156,324 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 1 | $165,277 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Economists in Texas. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Express Corporation | Revenue Science Advisor | 14 | $116,719 |
| Texas A&M AgriLife Research | Postdoctoral Research Associate | 3 | $74,558 |
| General Motors Financial Company, Inc. | Economist II | 3 | $104,000 |
| Analysis Group, Inc. | Associate | 3 | $170,000 |
| GOLDMAN SACHS & CO. LLC | Analyst, Research Analyst | 3 | $100,000 |
| Compass Lexecon LLC | Vice President | 2 | $255,000 |
| W.M. RICE UNIVERSITY | Research Scholar | 2 | $84,365 |
| SEOYON AMERICA CORPORATION | ECONOMIC RESEARCH ANALYST | 2 | $60,000 |
| CRA International, Inc. | Associate - Labor & Employment | 2 | $104,000 |
| Prairie View A&M University | Research Assistant Professor | 2 | $93,333 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Vice President at Compass Lexecon LLC$325,000AustinDecided Dec 1, 2025I-200-25325-428837
- Managing Director at Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank$250,000HoustonDecided Nov 14, 2025I-200-25308-368787
- Revenue Science Advisor at Federal Express Corporation$131,434PlanoWage Level IIDecided Aug 27, 2025I-200-25232-255901
- Postdoctoral Research Associate at Texas A&M AgriLife Research$74,970College StationWage Level IDecided Jul 7, 2025I-200-25178-134462
- Economic Evaluation Analyst at Optimus, LLC$165,000HoustonWage Level IIIDecided Jun 27, 2025I-200-25171-117064
- Economist at Emmis Dynamic Pricing LLC$115,000HelotesWage Level IIDecided Jun 26, 2025I-200-25169-108157
- Senior Market Analyst at Cenovus Energy US LLC$150,100HoustonWage Level IIDecided Jun 10, 2025I-200-25154-046425
- Consultant at Rystad Energy, Inc.$110,000HoustonWage Level IIDecided Jun 9, 2025I-200-25153-043312
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
Economists pay by experience level in Texas
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Economists specialties in Texas
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 27 certified offers. The most common variant is Economist at a median of $115,000.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economist | General Motors Financial Company, Inc. | 9 | $115,000 |
| Revenue Science Advisor | Federal Express Corporation | 7 | $107,237 |
| Revenue Science Fellow | Federal Express Corporation | 5 | $133,099 |
| Postdoctoral Research Associate | Texas A&M AgriLife Research | 3 | $74,558 |
| Analyst, Research Analyst | GOLDMAN SACHS & CO. LLC | 3 | $100,000 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Economists in Texas, by industry
Median offered wage across 59 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Professional services leads with a median of $114,000.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional services | Texas A&M AgriLife Research | 18 | $114,000 |
| Transportation and logistics | Federal Express Corporation | 14 | $116,719 |
| Finance and insurance | General Motors Financial Company, Inc. | 9 | $104,000 |
| Education | W.M. RICE UNIVERSITY | 9 | $73,730 |
| Energy and utilities | BP America Inc. | 3 | $81,598 |
| Retail and wholesale | SEOYON AMERICA CORPORATION | 3 | $60,000 |
| Government and public sector | Asset Risk Management, LLC | 2 | $142,339 |
| Manufacturing | Cenovus Energy US LLC | 1 | $150,100 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Texas over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Master's degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.6 / 5
Mathematics
Knowledge
- 4.5 / 5
Economics and Accounting
Knowledge
- 4.3 / 5
English Language
Knowledge
- 4.1 / 5
Written Comprehension
Ability
- 4.1 / 5
Mathematics
Basic skill
- 4.1 / 5
Critical Thinking
Cross-functional
- 4.1 / 5
Reading Comprehension
Basic skill
- 4.0 / 5
Writing
Basic skill
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Study economic and statistical data in area of specialization, such as finance, labor, or agriculture.
- 02
Conduct research on economic issues, and disseminate research findings through technical reports or scientific articles in journals.
- 03
Compile, analyze, and report data to explain economic phenomena and forecast market trends, applying mathematical models and statistical techniques.
- 04
Supervise research projects and students' study projects.
- 05
Teach theories, principles, and methods of economics.
- 06
Study the socioeconomic impacts of new public policies, such as proposed legislation, taxes, services, and regulations.
- 07
Formulate recommendations, policies, or plans to solve economic problems or to interpret markets.
- 08
Explain economic impact of policies to the public.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+1.1%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Slower than average
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Metro-level salary data for economists in major Texas metropolitan areas.
- Houston$131,160
- San Antonio$102,840
- Dallas$97,610
- Austin$82,390
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Economists in Texas?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Economists in Texas is $106,200.
- How does Texas compare to the national median for Economists?
- The Texas median is -10.9% versus the BLS national figure of $119,230.
- What is the salary range for Economists in Texas?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $63,070 and the 90th-percentile at $215,370, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Economists a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 1.1% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Economists?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Master's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates 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.