📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

Biomedical Engineer Salary in Texas (2026)

Texas · 5.0% below national average · High Demand

Average
$96,349
per year
Median
$92,540
per year
Hourly
$46.32
per hour
🏛️ Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
📅 Dataset: OES May 2025
🔄 Published: May 2026
📍 Coverage: All 50 States + DC
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Salary Range & Percentiles
Pay distribution across experience levels
10th Percentile — Entry Level$60,630
25th Percentile — Junior$80,662
50th Percentile — Median$92,540
75th Percentile — Senior$125,733
90th Percentile — Top Earners$143,319
💡 Top-earning Biomedical Engineers in Texas make up to $143,319 per year. The job market in Texas is rated strong, with key industries including Energy, Technology, Healthcare.
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Salary Growth Trend (2021–2026)
Six-year compensation trajectory
$75.5k
2021
$79.3k
2022
$83.2k
2023
$87.4k
2024
$91.8k
2025
$96.3k
2026
📈 Biomedical Engineer salaries in Texas have followed the national trend with 5.0% annual growth. The strong demand in Texas's job market supports continued salary increases.
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Biomedical Engineer Salary by City in Texas
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Houston $93,459 -3.0% High
San Antonio $86,714 -10.0% High
Dallas $95,386 -1.0% High
Austin $104,057 +8.0% High
Fort Worth $92,495 -4.0% High
El Paso $79,006 -18.0% High
Arlington $93,459 -3.0% High
Corpus Christi $83,824 -13.0% High
Plano $98,276 +2.0% High
Laredo $77,079 -20.0% High
Lubbock $79,006 -18.0% High
Garland $91,532 -5.0% High
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Biomedical Engineer Job Market in Texas
Key factors affecting compensation

Texas is home to a strong job market for Biomedical Engineers. The state's key industries — Energy, Technology, Healthcare — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $96,349 per year, Texas's Biomedical Engineer salaries are 5.0% lower than the national average.

The cost of living in Texas (index: 0.95) makes salaries stretch further than in higher-cost states. Entry-level professionals in Texas can expect to earn $60,630–$80,662, while experienced Biomedical Engineers can command $125,733–$143,319.

Looking ahead, the Biomedical Engineer profession in Texas is projected to grow at 5.0% annually. Major employers are actively hiring, and the state's investment in Energy continues to drive new opportunities for qualified candidates.

🏛️ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OES) · May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this salary
  • The average Biomedical Engineer salary in Texas is $96,349 per year in 2026, which is 5.0% below the national average of $101,420.
  • Major metro areas typically pay Biomedical Engineers the highest wages in Texas due to higher costs of living and competitive job markets.
  • Texas has a strong job market with major industries in Energy, Technology, Healthcare. This makes it one of the better states for Biomedical Engineer employment.
  • At $96,349/year, Texas Biomedical Engineer salaries are 5.0% lower than the national average of $101,420/year.