Salaries in Texas.
4 metro areas. 3445 roles.
Average cost-of-living index: 0.98x national average. Last updated April 2026.
Highest Paying
$371,000
Principal AI Research Scientist
Median Role
$321,000
Principal AI Agent Engineer
Entry Level
$309,000
SVP of Sales
Salary data sourced from SEC filings, H-1B Labor Condition Applications (DOL), Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, and aggregated job postings across 50+ platforms. Ranges reflect 25th to 75th percentile for full-time positions. Cost-of-living adjustments use Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (2025 index). Last updated April 2026.
Texas has 4 major metro areas tracked in our salary database, with an average cost-of-living index of 0.98x the national average. The highest-paying role across the state is Principal AI Research Scientist at $371,000 in Austin. The median role pays $321,000.
Metro areas in Texas
Top 30 salaries in Texas
Tax considerations in Texas
Texas has no state income tax, which can mean 5 to 10% more take home pay compared to California roles. Property taxes are above average, however, running about 1.8% of home value.
Texas levies no state income tax, giving Dallas workers a meaningful take home pay advantage. Local property taxes are above the national average, typically around 2% of assessed value.
Texas has no state income tax, giving Houston workers strong take home pay. The city's overall cost of living is below the national average, further stretching your salary.
Texas has no state income tax. San Antonio has no city income tax. The zero tax environment and very affordable housing create exceptional purchasing power relative to most metros.
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