How much does an atmospheric and space scientist make in Texas?
$84,990a year
Median yearly pay for atmospheric and space scientists in Texas. That is $40.86 an hour or $7,083 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.86
- Vs. national median
- -14%
- Rank among states
- 35 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 720
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,370Median: $84,990Highest 10%: $131,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,370 | $22.29 | |
| 25th | $66,930 | $32.18 | |
| Median | $84,990 | $40.86 | |
| 75th | $95,480 | $45.90 | |
| 90th | $131,800 | $63.34 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Dallas, TX | $92,790 |
| Houston, TX | $88,570 |
| San Antonio, TX | $87,110 |
| Lubbock, TX | $81,350 |
| Austin, TX | $77,860 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for atmospheric and space scientists.
| 32. North Dakota | $91,560 |
| 33. Wisconsin | $85,870 |
| 34. Connecticut | $85,110 |
| 35. Texas | $84,990 |
| 36. Virginia | $83,880 |
| 37. South Carolina | $82,240 |
| 38. Alabama | $81,080 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an atmospheric and space scientist make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $40.86 ($84,990 a year).
Do atmospheric and space scientists make more in Texas than the national average?
No: $84,990 against $99,070 nationally, 14% less.
Where does Texas rank for atmospheric and space scientist pay?
Texas ranks 35 of 47 states.
Which city in Texas pays atmospheric and space scientists the most?
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX, with a median of $92,790 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.