Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Texas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $136,020 | $146,653 | -7% |
| Median hourly wage | $65.39 | $70.51 | -7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $140,082.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin | $155,434 | $86,250 | $201,250 | 119 |
| Houston | $141,918 | $78,750 | $183,750 | 96 |
| Dallas | $141,918 | $78,750 | $183,750 | 102 |
| Fort Worth | $137,863 | $76,500 | $178,500 | 99 |
| Arlington | $135,160 | $75,000 | $175,000 | 98 |
| San Antonio | $125,699 | $69,750 | $162,750 | 91 |
| El Paso | $114,886 | $63,750 | $148,750 | 86 |
The median annual salary for a Sales Manager in Texas is $136,020, or about $65.39 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Sales Managers is $146,653. Texas is -7% below the national median.
Entry-level sales managers in Texas typically earn from $86,250 depending on the city and employer.
With 76,010 sales manager jobs on record and a median salary of $136,020, Texas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.