📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

Business Analyst Salary in Texas (2026)

Texas · 5.0% below national average · Very High Demand

Average
$84,408
per year
Median
$80,294
per year
Hourly
$40.58
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$52,953
25th Percentile — Junior$70,205
50th Percentile — Median$80,294
75th Percentile — Senior$109,022
90th Percentile — Top Earners$124,108
💡 Top-earning Business Analysts in Texas make up to $124,108 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
$65.5k
2021
$68.9k
2022
$72.5k
2023
$76.3k
2024
$80.2k
2025
$84.4k
2026
📈 Business Analyst salaries in Texas have followed the national trend with 5.2% annual growth. The strong demand in Texas's job market supports continued salary increases.
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Business Analyst Salary by City in Texas
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Houston $81,876 -3.0% Very High
San Antonio $75,967 -10.0% Very High
Dallas $83,564 -1.0% Very High
Austin $91,161 +8.0% Very High
Fort Worth $81,032 -4.0% Very High
El Paso $69,215 -18.0% Very High
Arlington $81,876 -3.0% Very High
Corpus Christi $73,435 -13.0% Very High
Plano $86,096 +2.0% Very High
Laredo $67,526 -20.0% Very High
Lubbock $69,215 -18.0% Very High
Garland $80,188 -5.0% Very High
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Business Analyst Job Market in Texas
Key factors affecting compensation

Texas is home to a strong job market for Business Analysts. The state's key industries — Energy, Technology, Healthcare — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $84,408 per year, Texas's Business Analyst 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 $52,953–$70,205, while experienced Business Analysts can command $109,022–$124,108.

Looking ahead, the Business Analyst profession in Texas is projected to grow at 5.2% 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 Business Analyst salary in Texas is $84,408 per year in 2026, which is 5.0% below the national average of $88,850.
  • Major metro areas typically pay Business Analysts 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 Business Analyst employment.
  • At $84,408/year, Texas Business Analyst salaries are 5.0% lower than the national average of $88,850/year.