📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

Purchasing Agent Salary in Texas (2026)

Texas · 5.0% below national average · Medium Demand

Average
$64,742
per year
Median
$60,848
per year
Hourly
$31.13
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$41,551
25th Percentile — Junior$54,044
50th Percentile — Median$60,848
75th Percentile — Senior$82,151
90th Percentile — Top Earners$92,819
💡 Top-earning Purchasing Agents in Texas make up to $92,819 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
$57.2k
2021
$58.7k
2022
$60.1k
2023
$61.6k
2024
$63.2k
2025
$64.7k
2026
📈 Purchasing Agent salaries in Texas have followed the national trend with 2.5% annual growth. The strong presence in Texas's job market supports continued salary increases.
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Purchasing Agent Salary by City in Texas
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Houston $62,800 -3.0% Medium
San Antonio $58,268 -10.0% Medium
Dallas $64,095 -1.0% Medium
Austin $69,921 +8.0% Medium
Fort Worth $62,152 -4.0% Medium
El Paso $53,088 -18.0% Medium
Arlington $62,800 -3.0% Medium
Corpus Christi $56,326 -13.0% Medium
Plano $66,037 +2.0% Medium
Laredo $51,794 -20.0% Medium
Lubbock $53,088 -18.0% Medium
Garland $61,505 -5.0% Medium
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Purchasing Agent Job Market in Texas
Key factors affecting compensation

Texas is home to a strong job market for Purchasing Agents. The state's key industries — Energy, Technology, Healthcare — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $64,742 per year, Texas's Purchasing Agent 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 $41,551–$54,044, while experienced Purchasing Agents can command $82,151–$92,819.

Looking ahead, the Purchasing Agent profession in Texas is projected to grow at 2.5% 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 Purchasing Agent salary in Texas is $64,742 per year in 2026, which is 5.0% below the national average of $68,150.
  • Major metro areas typically pay Purchasing Agents 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 Purchasing Agent employment.
  • At $64,742/year, Texas Purchasing Agent salaries are 5.0% lower than the national average of $68,150/year.