As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Junior Controller in Houston, TX is $223,322, equivalent to $107 per hour, $4,295 weekly, or $18,610 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Junior Controller in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Junior Controller in Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $191,500 to $278,600. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($206,665) and 75th percentile ($252,257), while top earners (90th percentile) make $278,600 per year. This $45,592 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or General Ledger, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Houston Junior Controller often earn 2.3% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 356 statewide for Junior Controller 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
Junior Controller Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Junior Controller Salary $191,500 Houston, TX March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Junior Controller Salary $206,665 Houston, TX March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Junior Controller Salary $223,322 Houston, TX March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Junior Controller Salary $252,257 Houston, TX March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Junior Controller Salary $278,600 Houston, TX March 01, 2026
25% $206,665 10% $191,500 90% $278,600 75% $252,257 $223,322 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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