Survey Researchers pay in Texas
In Texas, the median pay for survey researchers is $22.76 an hour ($47,330 a year). About 680 people work in this job there.
That is 32% lower than the U.S. median ($69,460). Texas ranks 31st of 31 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for survey researchers in Texas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $12.52 | $26,040 |
| 25% of workers | $18.03 | $37,500 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.76 | $47,330 |
| 75% of workers | $24.61 | $51,180 |
| 90% of workers | $39.45 | $82,060 |
Survey Researchers pay in Texas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands | $48,810 | 100 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington | $37,500 | 260 |
Texas unemployment rate: 4.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for survey researchers
- Typical education to start: Master's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: -4.8% over ten years, declining · about 600 openings a year (BLS)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| School Psychologists | $83,690 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $83,660 |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other | $101,800 |
| Urban and Regional Planners | $82,830 |
| Economists | $121,420 |
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