Physician, Pathologists Salary in Texas (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Texas Median
$345,830
per year
Hourly Rate
$166.26
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+11% vs US median
US median $312,400
State Rank
#7 of 33
1,530 employed here

How much does a Physician, Pathologists make in Texas?

Physicians, Pathologists in Texas take home a median of $345,830 annually — roughly $166.26 an hour — which runs 11% above the national median of $312,400.

Within Texas, entry-level pay starts around $105,560 while the top 10% make $407,800 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $242,610 and $381,660 a year.

Physician, Pathologists salary range in Texas

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$105,560$50.75
25th percentile (early career)$242,610$116.64
50th percentile (median)$345,830$166.26
75th percentile (experienced)$381,660$183.49
90th percentile (top earners)$407,800$196.06

How Texas compares

Texas ranks 7th out of 33 states and territories for Physician, Pathologists pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Pennsylvania$413,370
2West Virginia$400,070
3Nevada$384,350
4Illinois$381,770
5Minnesota$362,270

Working as a Physician, Pathologists in Texas

Nationally, about 11,000 people work as Physicians, Pathologists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Texas pay ($345,830) 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 a Physician, Pathologists make in Texas?
The median Physician, Pathologists salary in Texas is $345,830 per year, or about $166.26 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $105,560 at the entry level to $407,800 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Texas pay compare to the national average?
Texas pays Physicians, Pathologists about 11% more than the national median of $312,400. Texas ranks 7th out of 33 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Texas a good state for Physicians, Pathologists?
Yes on pay — Texas pays above the national median for this occupation, at $345,830 a year. About 1,530 Physicians, Pathologists are employed in Texas. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
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.