How much does a geoscientist make in Texas?
$145,200a year
Median yearly pay for geoscientists in Texas. That is $69.82 an hour or $12,100 a month.
- Hourly
- $69.82
- Vs. national median
- +42%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 4,900
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,100Median: $145,200Highest 10%: $287,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,100 | $28.89 | |
| 25th | $83,280 | $40.04 | |
| Median | $145,200 | $69.82 | |
| 75th | $223,900 | $107.62 | |
| 90th | $287,200 | $138.07 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Midland, TX | $219,100 |
| Houston, TX | $174,500 |
| Lubbock, TX | $140,700 |
| Dallas, TX | $132,800 |
| Odessa, TX | $129,700 |
| Longview, TX | $105,500 |
| Austin, TX | $92,930 |
| San Antonio, TX | $88,990 |
| College Station, TX | $86,260 |
| Tyler, TX | $62,840 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geoscientists.
| 1. Texas | $145,200 |
| 2. Rhode Island | $121,000 |
| 3. Oklahoma | $120,000 |
| 4. Colorado | $114,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geoscientist make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $69.82 ($145,200 a year).
Do geoscientists make more in Texas than the national average?
Yes: $145,200 against $101,900 nationally, 42% more.
Where does Texas rank for geoscientist pay?
Texas ranks 1 of 50 states.
Which city in Texas pays geoscientists the most?
Midland, TX, with a median of $219,100 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.