How much does a medical scientist make in Texas?
$80,470a year
Median yearly pay for medical scientists in Texas. That is $38.69 an hour or $6,706 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.69
- Vs. national median
- -22%
- Rank among states
- 38 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 11,920
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,870Median: $80,470Highest 10%: $144,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,870 | $30.71 | |
| 25th | $67,010 | $32.22 | |
| Median | $80,470 | $38.69 | |
| 75th | $106,100 | $51.01 | |
| 90th | $144,100 | $69.26 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Austin, TX | $97,530 |
| Waco, TX | $88,430 |
| Houston, TX | $80,470 |
| Dallas, TX | $79,470 |
| Killeen, TX | $78,390 |
| San Antonio, TX | $77,720 |
| College Station, TX | $72,980 |
| McAllen, TX | $71,730 |
| El Paso, TX | $70,150 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for medical scientists.
| 35. Indiana | $81,110 |
| 36. Nebraska | $80,970 |
| 37. South Dakota | $80,890 |
| 38. Texas | $80,470 |
| 39. Kentucky | $77,580 |
| 40. Oklahoma | $76,480 |
| 41. Arkansas | $72,530 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical scientist make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $38.69 ($80,470 a year).
Do medical scientists make more in Texas than the national average?
No: $80,470 against $103,400 nationally, 22% less.
Where does Texas rank for medical scientist pay?
Texas ranks 38 of 46 states.
Which city in Texas pays medical scientists the most?
Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX, with a median of $97,530 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.