Industrial-Organizational Psychologist Salary in Texas (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Industrial-Organizational Psychologists in Texas, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Texas Median
$139,520
per year
Hourly Rate
$67.08
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-28% vs US median
US median $193,950
State Rank
#2 of 2
40 employed here

How much does an Industrial-Organizational Psychologist make in Texas?

An Industrial-Organizational Psychologist working in Texas earns a median salary of $139,520 per year, or about $67.08 per hour. That is 28% below the national median of $193,950 for this occupation.

Within Texas, entry-level pay starts around $80,820 while the top 10% make $154,540 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $88,240 and $152,330 a year.

Industrial-Organizational Psychologist salary range in Texas

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$80,820$38.86
25th percentile (early career)$88,240$42.42
50th percentile (median)$139,520$67.08
75th percentile (experienced)$152,330$73.24
90th percentile (top earners)$154,540$74.30

How Texas compares

Texas ranks 2nd out of 2 states and territories for Industrial-Organizational Psychologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Oregon$174,980
2Texas$139,520

Industrial-Organizational Psychologist salary in other states

Working as an Industrial-Organizational Psychologist in Texas

Nationally, about 1,000 people work as Industrial-Organizational Psychologists in the United States. A master's degree (usually 5 to 6 years of college) is typically required.

Considering a move? Compare Texas pay ($139,520) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an Industrial-Organizational Psychologist make in Texas?
The median Industrial-Organizational Psychologist salary in Texas is $139,520 per year, or about $67.08 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $80,820 at the entry level to $154,540 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Texas pay compare to the national average?
Texas pays Industrial-Organizational Psychologists about 28% less than the national median of $193,950. Texas ranks 2nd out of 2 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Texas a good state for Industrial-Organizational Psychologists?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $139,520 a year. About 40 Industrial-Organizational Psychologists are employed in Texas. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Texas?
The highest-paying occupations in Texas include Cardiologist ($410,150), Neurologist ($360,640), Physician, Pathologists ($345,830), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.