As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Water Resources Engineer in Houston, TX is $106,502, equivalent to $51 per hour, $2,048 weekly, or $8,875 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Water Resources Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Water Resources Engineer in Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $91,262 to $128,595. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($98,525) and 75th percentile ($118,066), while top earners (90th percentile) make $128,595 per year. This $19,541 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Consulting or AutoCAD, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Houston Water Resources Engineer often earn 2.1% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 360 statewide for Water Resources 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
Water Resources Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Water Resources Engineer Salary $91,262 Houston, TX September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Water Resources Engineer Salary $98,525 Houston, TX September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Water Resources Engineer Salary $106,502 Houston, TX September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Water Resources Engineer Salary $118,066 Houston, TX September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Water Resources Engineer Salary $128,595 Houston, TX September 01, 2026
25% $98,525 10% $91,262 90% $128,595 75% $118,066 $106,502 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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

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