Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Texas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $98,440 | $104,968 | -6% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.33 | $50.47 | -6% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $101,380.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin | $110,400 | $74,750 | $166,750 | 119 |
| Houston | $100,800 | $68,250 | $152,250 | 96 |
| Dallas | $100,800 | $68,250 | $152,250 | 102 |
| Fort Worth | $97,920 | $66,300 | $147,900 | 99 |
| Arlington | $96,000 | $65,000 | $145,000 | 98 |
| San Antonio | $89,280 | $60,450 | $134,850 | 91 |
| El Paso | $81,600 | $55,250 | $123,250 | 86 |
The median annual salary for a Project Manager in Texas is $98,440, or about $47.33 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Project Managers is $104,968. Texas is -6% below the national median.
Entry-level project managers in Texas typically earn from $74,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 138,960 project manager jobs on record and a median salary of $98,440, Texas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.