Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Texas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $99,150 | $104,114 | -5% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.67 | $50.05 | -5% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $102,111.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin | $114,873 | $80,500 | $166,750 | 119 |
| Houston | $104,885 | $73,500 | $152,250 | 96 |
| Dallas | $104,885 | $73,500 | $152,250 | 102 |
| Fort Worth | $101,888 | $71,400 | $147,900 | 99 |
| Arlington | $99,890 | $70,000 | $145,000 | 98 |
| San Antonio | $92,898 | $65,100 | $134,850 | 91 |
| El Paso | $84,907 | $59,500 | $123,250 | 86 |
The median annual salary for a Financial Analyst in Texas is $99,150, or about $47.67 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Financial Analysts is $104,114. Texas is -5% below the national median.
Entry-level financial analysts in Texas typically earn from $80,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 28,820 financial analyst jobs on record and a median salary of $99,150, Texas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.