How much does a life scientist make in Texas?
$81,230a year
Median yearly pay for life scientists in Texas. That is $39.05 an hour or $6,769 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.05
- Vs. national median
- -13%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 32
- Jobs in the state
- 510
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,550Median: $81,230Highest 10%: $107,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,550 | $17.57 | |
| 25th | $45,430 | $21.84 | |
| Median | $81,230 | $39.05 | |
| 75th | $99,650 | $47.91 | |
| 90th | $107,800 | $51.84 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Dallas, TX | $89,640 |
| Houston, TX | $61,440 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for life scientists.
| 17. Alaska | $82,220 |
| 18. New Hampshire | $81,610 |
| 19. Virginia | $81,600 |
| 20. Texas | $81,230 |
| 21. Missouri | $79,780 |
| 22. Louisiana | $76,480 |
| 23. Kentucky | $75,670 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a life scientist make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $39.05 ($81,230 a year).
Do life scientists make more in Texas than the national average?
No: $81,230 against $93,750 nationally, 13% less.
Where does Texas rank for life scientist pay?
Texas ranks 20 of 32 states.
Which city in Texas pays life scientists the most?
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX, with a median of $89,640 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.