How much does a geographer make in Texas?
$79,170a year
Median yearly pay for geographers in Texas. That is $38.06 an hour or $6,598 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.06
- Vs. national median
- -22%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 7
- Jobs in the state
- 180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,890Median: $79,170Highest 10%: $114,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,890 | $30.24 | |
| 25th | $69,580 | $33.45 | |
| Median | $79,170 | $38.06 | |
| 75th | $96,640 | $46.46 | |
| 90th | $114,600 | $55.07 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Austin, TX | $76,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geographers.
| 4. Virginia | $108,000 |
| 5. Missouri | $102,000 |
| 6. Illinois | $92,640 |
| 7. Texas | $79,170 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geographer make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $38.06 ($79,170 a year).
Do geographers make more in Texas than the national average?
No: $79,170 against $102,000 nationally, 22% less.
Where does Texas rank for geographer pay?
Texas ranks 7 of 7 states.
Which city in Texas pays geographers the most?
Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX, with a median of $76,000 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.