How much does an anthropologist and archeologist make in Texas?
$67,700a year
Median yearly pay for anthropologist and archeologists in Texas. That is $32.55 an hour or $5,642 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.55
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,340Median: $67,700Highest 10%: $109,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,340 | $27.57 | |
| 25th | $61,080 | $29.37 | |
| Median | $67,700 | $32.55 | |
| 75th | $82,070 | $39.46 | |
| 90th | $109,300 | $52.53 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Austin, TX | $70,690 |
| Houston, TX | $65,510 |
| San Antonio, TX | $62,330 |
| Dallas, TX | $62,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for anthropologist and archeologists.
| 18. Oklahoma | $71,740 |
| 19. Colorado | $68,620 |
| 20. New Mexico | $68,180 |
| 21. Texas | $67,700 |
| 22. Iowa | $67,270 |
| 23. New York | $67,220 |
| 24. Missouri | $66,930 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an anthropologist and archeologist make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $32.55 ($67,700 a year).
Do anthropologist and archeologists make more in Texas than the national average?
No: $67,700 against $70,770 nationally, 4% less.
Where does Texas rank for anthropologist and archeologist pay?
Texas ranks 21 of 45 states.
Which city in Texas pays anthropologist and archeologists the most?
Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX, with a median of $70,690 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.