As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Communication Engineer in Houston, TX is $70,404, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,354 weekly, or $5,867 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Communication Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Communication Engineer in Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $53,954 to $75,462. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($61,793) and 75th percentile ($73,051), while top earners (90th percentile) make $75,462 per year. This $11,258 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Semiconductors, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Houston Communication Engineer often earn 2.3% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 356 statewide for Communication Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Communication Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Communication Engineer Salary $53,954 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Communication Engineer Salary $61,793 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Communication Engineer Salary $70,404 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Communication Engineer Salary $73,051 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Communication Engineer Salary $75,462 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
25% $61,793 10% $53,954 90% $75,462 75% $73,051 $70,404 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Communication Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Telecommunications Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Houston, Texas    Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

Houston, Texas  area prices were up 2.3% from a year ago

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