How much does a Science Engineer make in Austin, TX?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Science Engineer in Austin, TX is $107,181. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $97,973 to $117,459, with most professionals earning between $89,590 and $126,815.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Science Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $89,590 Austin,TX April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $97,973 Austin,TX April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $107,181 Austin,TX April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $117,459 Austin,TX April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $126,815 Austin,TX April 01, 2025
25% $97,973 10% $89,590 90% $126,815 75% $117,459 $107,181 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    Science Engineer

    4 - 7 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    Research and Development Manager

    5 + years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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About Austin, Texas    Austin is the capital of the U.S. state of Texas and the seat of Travis County, with portions extending into Hays and Williamson counties. It is the 1....More

Austin, Texas  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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