How much does a computer and information research scientist make in Texas?
$121,200a year
Median yearly pay for computer and information research scientists in Texas. That is $58.27 an hour or $10,100 a month.
- Hourly
- $58.27
- Vs. national median
- -14%
- Rank among states
- 25 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 1,960
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,480Median: $121,200Highest 10%: $204,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,480 | $31.48 | |
| 25th | $85,010 | $40.87 | |
| Median | $121,200 | $58.27 | |
| 75th | $162,800 | $78.25 | |
| 90th | $204,300 | $98.20 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Houston, TX | $134,100 |
| Austin, TX | $127,400 |
| San Antonio, TX | $94,220 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for computer and information research scientists.
| 22. Missouri | $127,800 |
| 23. South Carolina | $127,000 |
| 24. Rhode Island | $121,500 |
| 25. Texas | $121,200 |
| 26. Florida | $119,800 |
| 27. Alabama | $117,900 |
| 28. Louisiana | $115,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a computer and information research scientist make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $58.27 ($121,200 a year).
Do computer and information research scientists make more in Texas than the national average?
No: $121,200 against $140,300 nationally, 14% less.
Where does Texas rank for computer and information research scientist pay?
Texas ranks 25 of 35 states.
Which city in Texas pays computer and information research scientists the most?
Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX, with a median of $134,100 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.