Salary distribution
Where Texas market research analysts fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $49,620 and $92,850, with a median of $64,900.
Market Research Analysts in Texas: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 457 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $75,000. 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 | 101 | $49,962 |
| Level II — qualified | 154 | $65,000 |
| Level III — experienced | 67 | $90,000 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 89 | $150,000 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Market Research Analysts in Texas. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon.com Services LLC | Retail Vendor Manager III | 17 | $121,900 |
| Dell USA L.P. | Senior Consultant, Product Marketing | 14 | $173,529 |
| Dell Products L.P. | Senior Advisor, Product Management | 13 | $180,000 |
| Dell Marketing L.P. | Senior Advisor, Product Marketing | 8 | $169,028 |
| Microsoft Corporation | Solution Area Specialists | 7 | $172,324 |
| HP Inc. | PSS Life Cycle Marketing Professional 4 | 7 | $83,054 |
| Acmefog Commerce Inc. | Marketing Analyst | 5 | $63,500 |
| Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company | Business Planning Manager II | 5 | $90,400 |
| Meta Platforms, Inc | Solutions Architect | 5 | $138,513 |
| IBM Corporation | Sales Development Representative | 4 | $112,890 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- SENIOR ADVISOR, E-BUSINESS at Dell USA L.P.$159,500AUSTINDecided Dec 30, 2025I-200-25356-501887
- Associate Director, Digital Communications at Texas Tech University$80,000LubbockDecided Dec 30, 2025I-200-25356-501148
- Product Marketing at Microsoft Corporation$144,667IrvingDecided Dec 24, 2025I-200-25351-489554
- VP of Business Development at Santa Fe Grading Co., Inc.$60,000San AngeloDecided Dec 23, 2025I-203-25350-488836
- Marketing Specialist at Insticator, Inc.$70,000RichmondDecided Dec 23, 2025I-200-25350-486129
- Business Development Advisor at Flippa, Inc.$90,000AustinDecided Dec 23, 2025I-203-25350-487022
- SENIOR ADVISOR, PRODUCT MANAGEMENT at DELL PRODUCTS L.P.$169,478ROUND ROCKDecided Dec 23, 2025I-200-25350-486221
- Business Development Specialist at Medical Associates of Katy PLLC$34,736HoustonDecided Dec 22, 2025I-200-25350-484749
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.
Market Research Analysts 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.
Market Research Analysts specialties in Texas
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 213 certified offers. The most common variant is Market Research Analyst at a median of $63,003.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | GOLDEN QI HOLDINGS LLC | 66 | $63,003 |
| Marketing Specialist | Insticator, Inc. | 34 | $60,120 |
| Consultant, Product Management | Dell USA L.P. | 21 | $189,076 |
| Senior Advisor, Product Management | Dell Products L.P. | 20 | $166,596 |
| Marketing Analyst | Acmefog Commerce Inc. | 16 | $63,500 |
| Business Development Specialist | Amcan Global, Inc. | 11 | $64,000 |
| Manager, Product Marketing | Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. | 10 | $134,231 |
| Marketing Manager | Gartner, Inc. | 8 | $90,960 |
| Digital Marketing Analyst | NuVizz, Inc. | 8 | $65,000 |
| Senior Analyst, Marketing Analytics | Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company | 7 | $97,000 |
| Retail Vendor Manager | Amazon.com Services LLC | 6 | $133,300 |
| Business Analyst | Acmefog Commerce Inc. | 6 | $51,800 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Market Research Analysts in Texas, by industry
Median offered wage across 442 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Retail and wholesale leads with a median of $98,237.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retail and wholesale | Amazon.com Services LLC | 125 | $98,237 |
| Technology and software | Microsoft Corporation | 106 | $87,455 |
| Professional services | Softel Techsource LLC | 85 | $65,000 |
| Manufacturing | HP Inc. | 59 | $70,008 |
| Transportation and logistics | SYCO ENTERPRISE INC. | 14 | $73,800 |
| Education | THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY | 13 | $65,927 |
| Finance and insurance | United Services Automobile Association | 12 | $118,500 |
| Energy and utilities | Nalco Company LLC | 8 | $106,500 |
| Healthcare | GOLDEN QI HOLDINGS LLC | 6 | $52,828 |
| Real estate | The B&P Team, LLC | 5 | $60,000 |
| Nonprofit and civic | DREAM Venture Labs Inc. | 5 | $55,000 |
| Media and entertainment | Inter Woodlands FC | 4 | $55,120 |
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
Bachelor's degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.3 / 5
English Language
Knowledge
- 4.2 / 5
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge
- 4.1 / 5
Inductive Reasoning
Ability
- 4.1 / 5
Sales and Marketing
Knowledge
- 4.0 / 5
Mathematics
Knowledge
- 4.0 / 5
Critical Thinking
Cross-functional
- 4.0 / 5
Writing
Basic skill
- 4.0 / 5
Reading Comprehension
Basic skill
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Prepare reports of findings, illustrating data graphically and translating complex findings into written text.
- 02
Collect and analyze data on customer demographics, preferences, needs, and buying habits to identify potential markets and factors affecting product demand.
- 03
Conduct research on consumer opinions and marketing strategies, collaborating with marketing professionals, statisticians, pollsters, and other professionals.
- 04
Measure and assess customer and employee satisfaction.
- 05
Devise and evaluate methods and procedures for collecting data, such as surveys, opinion polls, or questionnaires, or arrange to obtain existing data.
- 06
Measure the effectiveness of marketing, advertising, and communications programs and strategies.
- 07
Seek and provide information to help companies determine their position in the marketplace.
- 08
Forecast and track marketing and sales trends, analyzing collected data.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+6.7%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Growing faster than average
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Metro-level salary data for market research analysts in major Texas metropolitan areas.
- Austin$79,370
- Dallas$68,000
- San Antonio$64,130
- Houston$60,900
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Market Research Analysts in Texas?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Market Research Analysts in Texas is $64,900.
- How does Texas compare to the national median for Market Research Analysts?
- The Texas median is -16.1% versus the BLS national figure of $77,340.
- What is the salary range for Market Research Analysts in Texas?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $36,460 and the 90th-percentile at $129,650, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Market Research Analysts a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 6.7% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Market Research Analysts?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor'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.