Physicists in Texas. BLS OES + DOL OFLC + reader-reported submissions. How this is built →
Salary distribution
Where Texas physicists fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $95,530 and $253,070, with a median of $184,040.
Physicists in Texas: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 68 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $66,745. 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 | 43 | $61,571 |
| Level II — qualified | 16 | $77,601 |
| Level III — experienced | 2 | $116,456 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 6 | $244,994 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Physicists in Texas. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas A&M University | Postdoctoral Research Associate | 7 | $57,002 |
| The University of Texas at Austin | Postdoctoral Fellow | 7 | $62,975 |
| UT Southwestern Medical Center | Clinical Medical Physics Resident | 7 | $66,918 |
| The University of Texas at Dallas | Research Scientist | 6 | $71,278 |
| W.M. RICE UNIVERSITY | Postdoctoral Research Associate | 6 | $63,500 |
| W.M. Rice University | Postdoctoral Research Associate | 5 | $61,800 |
| SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY | Research Associate 2 (Particle Physics Electronics Engineer) | 3 | $61,571 |
| Varian Medical Systems, Inc. | Senior Physicist | 3 | $275,100 |
| Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. | MBE Specialist | 2 | $103,178 |
| Southern Methodist University | Physics Post Doctoral Fellow | 2 | $58,656 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Research Scientist at The University of Texas at Dallas -$72,556RichardsonWage Level IIDecided Mar 20, 2026I-200-26072-702280
- Postdoctoral Associate at W.M. RICE UNIVERSITY$65,000HoustonWage Level IDecided Mar 18, 2026I-200-26070-697225
- Research Scientist at The University of Texas at Dallas$72,556RichardsonWage Level IIDecided Mar 13, 2026I-200-26065-686646
- Clinical Medical Physics Resident at UT Southwestern Medical Center$70,101DallasWage Level IDecided Feb 26, 2026I-200-26050-651281
- Reserach Associate at The University of Texas at Dallas$62,360RichardsonWage Level IDecided Feb 5, 2026I-200-26029-601965
- Postdoctoral Fellow in Physics at Southern Methodist University$58,656DallasWage Level IDecided Feb 5, 2026I-200-26029-602577
- Post Doctoral Research Associate at Texas Tech University$65,100LubbockWage Level IDecided Jan 26, 2026I-200-26016-565666
- Medical Physicist at Memorial Hermann Health System$227,989The WoodlandsWage Level IVDecided Jan 13, 2026I-200-26006-538861
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.
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Physicists 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.
Physicists specialties in Texas
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 48 certified offers. The most common variant is Postdoctoral Research Associate at a median of $60,000.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postdoctoral Research Associate | Texas A&M University | 15 | $60,000 |
| Research Scientist | The University of Texas at Dallas | 11 | $78,616 |
| Postdoctoral Fellow | The University of Texas at Austin | 6 | $60,941 |
| Clinical Medical Physics Resident | UT Southwestern Medical Center | 5 | $66,918 |
| Research Associate | SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY | 5 | $65,000 |
| Senior Physicist | Varian Medical Systems, Inc. | 3 | $262,000 |
| Medical Physicist | ADVANCED RADIATION PHYSICS S CORP | 3 | $141,440 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Physicists in Texas, by industry
Median offered wage across 68 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Education leads with a median of $62,180.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Texas A&M University | 52 | $62,180 |
| Professional services | Texas A&M AgriLife Research | 7 | $91,333 |
| Manufacturing | Varian Medical Systems, Inc. | 6 | $205,339 |
| Healthcare | Memorial Hermann Health System | 2 | $220,137 |
| Technology and software | INTERPRETIVE SOFTWARE PRODUCTS, INC. | 1 | $105,000 |
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 3 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2025 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Doctoral or professional degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.9 / 5
Physics
Knowledge
- 4.8 / 5
Mathematics
Knowledge
- 4.8 / 5
Mathematical Reasoning
Ability
- 4.6 / 5
Science
Basic skill
- 4.5 / 5
Engineering and Technology
Knowledge
- 4.4 / 5
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge
- 4.3 / 5
Mathematics
Basic skill
- 4.3 / 5
Reading Comprehension
Basic skill
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Perform complex calculations as part of the analysis and evaluation of data, using computers.
- 02
Analyze data from research conducted to detect and measure physical phenomena.
- 03
Describe and express observations and conclusions in mathematical terms.
- 04
Design computer simulations to model physical data so that it can be better understood.
- 05
Write research proposals to receive funding.
- 06
Teach physics to students.
- 07
Report experimental results by writing papers for scientific journals or by presenting information at scientific conferences.
- 08
Conduct research pertaining to potential environmental impacts of atomic energy-related industrial development to determine licensing qualifications.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+4.1%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Average growth
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Metro-level salary data for physicists in major Texas metropolitan areas.
- Houston$199,770
- San Antonio$194,290
- Dallas$156,750
- Austin$107,340
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Physicists in Texas?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Physicists in Texas is $184,040.
- How does Texas compare to the national median for Physicists?
- The Texas median is +10.8% versus the BLS national figure of $166,057.
- What is the salary range for Physicists in Texas?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $69,960 and the 90th-percentile at $289,950, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Physicists a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 4.1% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Physicists?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Doctoral or professional 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.