Salary distribution
Where Texas epidemiologists fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $62,990 and $100,860, with a median of $76,420.
Epidemiologists in Texas: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 10 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $71,285. 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 | 3 | $65,344 |
| Level II — qualified | 3 | $71,470 |
| Level III — experienced | 3 | $110,510 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Epidemiologists in Texas. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Biomedical Research Institute | Staff Scientist I | 3 | $69,000 |
| AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY, INC. | Principal Scientist | 2 | $110,510 |
| Texas Department of State Health Services | Research Specialist V | 1 | $65,344 |
| MICHIGAN PUBLIC HEALTH INSTITUTE | Lead Epidemiologist | 1 | $97,261 |
| County of Victoria | Epidemiologist | 1 | $71,470 |
| University of North Texas Health Science Center | Research Scientist | 1 | $80,004 |
| Ibn Sina Foundation | Epidemiologist | 1 | $61,547 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Staff Scientist I at Texas Biomedical Research Institute$71,100San AntonioDecided Dec 22, 2025I-200-25349-483601
- Research Specialist V at Texas Department of State Health Services$65,344AustinWage Level IDecided Sep 30, 2025I-200-25266-329627
- Principal Scientist at AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY, INC.$110,510HoustonWage Level IIIDecided Sep 12, 2025I-200-25248-289363
- Lead Epidemiologist at MICHIGAN PUBLIC HEALTH INSTITUTE$97,261McKinneyWage Level IIIDecided Jul 28, 2025I-200-25202-187685
- Epidemiologist at County of Victoria$71,470VictoriaWage Level IIDecided Apr 3, 2025I-200-25086-809360
- Research Scientist at University of North Texas Health Science Center$80,004Fort WorthWage Level IIDecided Mar 26, 2025I-200-25078-788705
- Postdoctoral Scientist 5 at Texas Biomedical Research Institute$69,000San AntonioWage Level IIDecided Mar 13, 2025I-200-25065-751562
- Postdoctoral Scientist 4 at Texas Biomedical Research Institute$66,500San AntonioWage Level IDecided Feb 28, 2025I-200-25052-714983
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.
Epidemiologists 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.
Epidemiologists specialties in Texas
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 6 certified offers. The most common variant is Principal Scientist at a median of $110,510.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Principal Scientist | AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY, INC. | 3 | $110,510 |
| Epidemiologist | MICHIGAN PUBLIC HEALTH INSTITUTE | 3 | $71,470 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Epidemiologists in Texas, by industry
Median offered wage across 10 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Professional services leads with a median of $69,000.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional services | Texas Biomedical Research Institute | 3 | $69,000 |
| Government and public sector | Texas Department of State Health Services | 3 | $71,470 |
| Nonprofit and civic | AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY, INC. | 2 | $110,510 |
| Education | University of North Texas Health Science Center | 1 | $80,004 |
| Healthcare | Ibn Sina Foundation | 1 | $61,547 |
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)
- 4.5 / 5
Mathematics
Knowledge
- 4.4 / 5
Oral Comprehension
Ability
- 4.4 / 5
Written Comprehension
Ability
- 4.4 / 5
Inductive Reasoning
Ability
- 4.3 / 5
Biology
Knowledge
- 4.3 / 5
Critical Thinking
Cross-functional
- 4.3 / 5
Judgment and Decision Making
Technical
- 4.3 / 5
Reading Comprehension
Basic skill
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Communicate research findings on various types of diseases to health practitioners, policy makers, and the public.
- 02
Oversee public health programs, including statistical analysis, health care planning, surveillance systems, and public health improvement.
- 03
Investigate diseases or parasites to determine cause and risk factors, progress, life cycle, or mode of transmission.
- 04
Educate healthcare workers, patients, and the public about infectious and communicable diseases, including disease transmission and prevention.
- 05
Monitor and report incidents of infectious diseases to local and state health agencies.
- 06
Plan and direct studies to investigate human or animal disease, preventive methods, and treatments for disease.
- 07
Provide expertise in the design, management and evaluation of study protocols and health status questionnaires, sample selection, and analysis.
- 08
Write articles for publication in professional journals.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+16.3%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Growing much faster than average
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Metro-level salary data for epidemiologists in major Texas metropolitan areas.
- San Antonio$85,640
- Dallas$78,830
- Austin$71,870
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Epidemiologists in Texas?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Epidemiologists in Texas is $76,420.
- How does Texas compare to the national median for Epidemiologists?
- The Texas median is -10.2% versus the BLS national figure of $85,080.
- What is the salary range for Epidemiologists in Texas?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $57,070 and the 90th-percentile at $149,570, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Epidemiologists a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 16.3% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Epidemiologists?
- 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.