📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

Podiatrist Salary in Texas (2026)

Texas · 5.0% below national average · Medium Demand

Average
$141,284
per year
Median
$131,556
per year
Hourly
$67.92
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$79,023
25th Percentile — Junior$110,226
50th Percentile — Median$131,556
75th Percentile — Senior$180,435
90th Percentile — Top Earners$209,061
💡 Top-earning Podiatrists in Texas make up to $209,061 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
$123.1k
2021
$126.5k
2022
$130.1k
2023
$133.7k
2024
$137.4k
2025
$141.3k
2026
📈 Podiatrist salaries in Texas have followed the national trend with 2.8% annual growth. The strong presence in Texas's job market supports continued salary increases.
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Podiatrist Salary by City in Texas
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Houston $137,045 -3.0% Medium
San Antonio $127,156 -10.0% Medium
Dallas $139,871 -1.0% Medium
Austin $152,587 +8.0% Medium
Fort Worth $135,633 -4.0% Medium
El Paso $115,853 -18.0% Medium
Arlington $137,045 -3.0% Medium
Corpus Christi $122,917 -13.0% Medium
Plano $144,110 +2.0% Medium
Laredo $113,027 -20.0% Medium
Lubbock $115,853 -18.0% Medium
Garland $134,220 -5.0% Medium
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Podiatrist Job Market in Texas
Key factors affecting compensation

Texas is home to a strong job market for Podiatrists. The state's key industries — Energy, Technology, Healthcare — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $141,284 per year, Texas's Podiatrist 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 $79,023–$110,226, while experienced Podiatrists can command $180,435–$209,061.

Looking ahead, the Podiatrist profession in Texas is projected to grow at 2.8% 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 Podiatrist salary in Texas is $141,284 per year in 2026, which is 5.0% below the national average of $148,720.
  • Major metro areas typically pay Podiatrists 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 Podiatrist employment.
  • At $141,284/year, Texas Podiatrist salaries are 5.0% lower than the national average of $148,720/year.