Computer and Information Research Scientists pay in Texas
Computer and Information Research Scientists in Texas earn an average of $130,400 a year. That is $23,530 (15%) less than the U.S. average of $153,930. The best-paying metro area is Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX at $144,400.
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Texas vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $153,930 | $74.00 |
| Texas | $130,400 | $62.69 |
| New Mexico | $173,530 | $83.43 |
| Louisiana | $117,930 | $56.70 |
| Oklahoma | $99,480 | $47.83 |
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Average pay, Texas, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do computer and information research scientists make in Texas?
The average is $130,400 a year, and the median is $121,210. That is $23,530 (15%) less than the U.S. average of $153,930.
What is the hourly wage in Texas?
$62.69 an hour on average; the median is $58.27.
Where in Texas do they earn the most?
Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX ($144,400), followed by Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX ($133,300). The lowest average among 3 metro areas with data is San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX ($107,940).
How does Texas rank?
Texas ranks #21 of 35 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.