Houston Salary Percentile
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Where does your salary rank in Houston? The median salary here is $62K, 5% above the national median of $59K. Enter your salary below to see your exact percentile among Houston workers.

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$59K

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Houston salary percentiles — 2024

Percentile	Houston	National
10th	$16K	$15K
25th	$27K	$26K
50th (median)median	$62K	$59K
75th	$102K	$97K
90th	$152K	$145K
95th	$210K	$200K
99th	$368K	$350K

City figures derived from BLS OEWS 2024 metro area median. National figures from BLS national percentile data.

Key insight

Houston's median salary of $62K is 5% above the US national median of $59K. The top 25% of Houston workers earn at least $102K. The top 10% threshold is around $152K.

Houston salary — frequently asked questions

What is the median salary in Houston?

The median annual salary in Houston is approximately $62K based on 2024 BLS data. This is 5% above the national median of $59K.

Where does your salary rank in Houston?

Use the calculator above to find your exact salary percentile in Houston. The Houston median is $62K. If you earn above this, you rank in the top half of Houston workers. The calculator compares your salary to both the Houston distribution and the national distribution.

How does Houston compare to the national median salary?

Houston's median salary of $62K is 5% above the US national median of $59K. This means Houston workers earn above the typical American worker on a gross basis. Cost of living differences may affect real purchasing power.

What salary is needed to be in the top 25% in Houston?

To reach the top 25% of earners in Houston, you need approximately $102K or more. The top 10% threshold in Houston is around $152K.

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