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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Indirect Tax Manager in Texas is $151,714 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $73.
However, an Indirect Tax Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Indirect Tax Manager Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
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| 75th Percentile | $165,196 | $13,766 | $3,177 | $79 |
| Average | $151,714 | $12,643 | $2,918 | $73 |
| 25th Percentile | $141,152 | $11,763 | $2,714 | $68 |
Finance of America Holdings LLC - Plano, TX
Grant Thornton (US) - Houston, TX
Permian Resources - Midland, TX
Daikin - Waller, TX
An Indirect Tax Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of an Indirect Tax Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Tax Super... Level Indirect Tax Manager | $114,123 |
| Tax Manag... Level Indirect Tax Manager | $125,840 |
| Indirect ... Level Indirect Tax Manager | $150,722 |
| Tax Direc... Level Indirect Tax Manager | $184,659 |
| VP of Tax... Level Indirect Tax Manager | $223,781 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Indirect Tax Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Indirect Tax Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 43% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Indirect Tax Manager positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Indirect Tax Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Services | $182,056 | $88.0 | 20% |
| Pharmaceuticals | $174,471 | $84.0 | 15% |
| Energy & Utilities | $169,919 | $82.0 | 12% |
| Aerospace & Defense | $166,885 | $80.0 | 10% |
| Biotechnology | $163,851 | $79.0 | 8% |
Understanding how an Indirect Tax Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $165,196 | $13,766 | $3,177 | $79 |
| Average | $151,714 | $12,643 | $2,918 | $73 |
| 25th Percentile | $141,152 | $11,763 | $2,714 | $68 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Indirect Tax Manager job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
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Austin, TX
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Houston, TX
Doeren Mayhew | Houston, TX
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Griffin Search Partners
Fort Worth, TX
Griffin Search Partners | Fort Worth, TX
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