As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Water Resources Engineer in Lubbock, TX is $95,432, equivalent to $46 per hour, $1,835 weekly, or $7,953 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 Lubbock, TX vary widely, spanning from $81,776 to $115,218. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($88,284) and 75th percentile ($105,789), while top earners (90th percentile) make $115,218 per year. This $17,505 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, Lubbock Water Resources Engineer often earn 8.5% lower than national averages. However, Lubbock currently ranks 759 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 $81,776 Lubbock, TX June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Water Resources Engineer Salary $88,284 Lubbock, TX June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Water Resources Engineer Salary $95,432 Lubbock, TX June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Water Resources Engineer Salary $105,789 Lubbock, TX June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Water Resources Engineer Salary $115,218 Lubbock, TX June 01, 2026
25% $88,284 10% $81,776 90% $115,218 75% $105,789 $95,432 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Lubbock, Texas    Lubbock (/ˈlʌbək/ LUB-ək) is the 11th-most populous city in the U.S. state of Texas and the county seat of Lubbock County. With a population of 256,04....More

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

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