How much does a neurologist make in Houston?
$278,000a year
Median yearly pay for neurologists in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area. That is $133.63 an hour or $23,160 a month.
- Hourly
- $133.63
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among cities
- 17 of 35
- Jobs in the area
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $82,990Median: $278,000Highest 10%: $429,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $82,990 | $39.90 | |
| 25th | $82,990 | $39.90 | |
| Median | $278,000 | $133.63 | |
| 75th | $422,400 | $203.08 | |
| 90th | $429,900 | $206.67 |
Other cities in Texas
Median yearly pay for neurologists.
| Dallas, TX | $360,600 |
Related jobs in Houston
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Dentist | $389,500 |
| Ophthalmologist | $320,500 |
| Physician | $292,500 |
| Physician | $291,500 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $275,300 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $274,400 |
| Psychiatrist | $249,100 |
| Anesthesiologist | $210,200 |
| Dermatologist | $207,000 |
| Cardiologist | $187,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a neurologist make an hour in Houston?
The median hourly pay in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area is $133.63 ($278,000 a year).
Do neurologists make more in Houston than the national average?
Yes: $278,000 against $248,600 nationally, 12% more.
How does Houston compare with the rest of Texas?
The median in Texas is $360,600, so Houston pays 23% less.
Where does Houston rank for neurologist pay?
17 of 35 metro areas with data.
How much does a neurologist make starting out in Houston?
The lowest-paid 10% make $82,990 or less a year; the top 10% make $429,900 or more.
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.