Permit Officer Salary in Austin, Texas

How much does a Permit Officer make in Austin, TX?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Permit Officer in Austin, TX is $71,005. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $57,977 to $82,563, with most professionals earning between $46,116 and $93,085.

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What is a Permit Officer?

A Permit Officer is responsible for reviewing and processing permit applications for various construction, development, and land use projects. They ensure that all applications comply with local, state, and federal regulations and zoning laws. Permit Officers also conduct site inspections, communicate with applicants to gather necessary information, and issue permits once all requirements are met. Additionally, they may provide guidance and assistance to applicants throughout the permit application process and maintain accurate records of all permits issued. Strong attention to detail, knowledge of building codes and regulations, and excellent communication skills are essential for this role.

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What does a Permit Officer do?

Common responsibilities of a Permit Officer

Provide information and assistance to the public regarding permit requirements and application procedures.

September 03, 2023

Conduct site inspections to ensure compliance with permit conditions and regulations.

September 21, 2023

Issue permits for construction, demolition, signage, and other activities as required by local ordinances.

September 23, 2023

Participate in the development and implementation of permit-related policies and procedures.

October 05, 2023

Maintain accurate records of permit applications, approvals, and denials.

October 10, 2023

Keep abreast of changes in local, state, and federal regulations related to permitting and ensure compliance with new requirements.

October 11, 2023

Investigate complaints and violations related to permits and take appropriate enforcement actions.

October 21, 2023

Review and process permit applications for compliance with local regulations and codes.

November 01, 2023

Coordinate with other departments and agencies to ensure proper review and approval of permit applications.

November 09, 2023

Enforce compliance with permit conditions and regulations through inspections and follow-up actions.

November 20, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Permit Officer in Austin, TX

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

57977

82563

71005

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

59132

86123

72888

What is the average salary for Permit Officer in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Permit Officer in Austin, TX. The base salary for Permit Officer ranges from $57,977 to $82,563 with the average base salary of $71,005. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $59,132 to $86,123 with the average total cash compensation of $72,888.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$71,005	$57,977 - $82,563
Bonus	$1,883	$1,155 - $3,560
Total Pay	$72,888	$59,132 - $86,123

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Permit Officer Salary Near Austin, TX

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Austin, TX
CITY, STATE Round Rock, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,760 - $82,254	COMPARE TO Austin, TX
CITY, STATE Killeen, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,240 - $75,817	COMPARE TO Austin, TX
CITY, STATE Temple, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,900 - $75,333	COMPARE TO Austin, TX
CITY, STATE San Antonio, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,528 - $77,651	COMPARE TO Austin, TX
CITY, STATE Waco, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,432 - $74,666	COMPARE TO Austin, TX
CITY, STATE Houston, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $58,451 - $83,238	COMPARE TO Austin, TX

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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 11th-most populous city in the United States and the 4th-most populous city in Texas. It is also the fastest growing large city in the United States, the second most populous state capital after Phoenix, Arizona, and the southernmost state capital in the contiguous United States. As of the U.S. Census Bureau's July 1, 2017 estimate, Austin had a population of 950,715 up from 790,491 at the 2010 census. The city is the cultural and economic center ...

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