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Physicists average salary by city in Texas
- Houston$196,520
- San Antonio$191,070
- Dallas$182,220
- Austin$152,630
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston | $196,520 | $199,770 | $108,850 | $146,333 | 99 |
| San Antonio | $191,070 | $194,290 | $164,260 | $142,270 | 95 |
| Dallas | $182,220 | $156,750 | $114,550 | $135,813 | 103 |
| Austin | $152,630 | $107,340 | $77,790 | $115,589 | 98 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; Texas has no state income tax. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 19-2012.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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