Accountant salary in Texas
Accountants in Texas earn a median $80,920 a year, 3% below the national median of $83,680. That ranks #20 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $65,757.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 13-2011. Taxes for tax year 2026.
| Yearly | Monthly | Every 2 weeks | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median pay | $80,920 | $6,743 | $3,112 | $38.90 |
| Average pay | $90,370 | $7,531 | $3,476 | $43.45 |
| Take-home (median) | $65,757 | $5,480 | $2,529 | $31.61 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $8,972 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $6,190 |
| Texas income tax | $0 |
| Take-home | $65,757 |
Texas's prices are 3% below the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $67,751 buys in an average-priced state. The Texas minimum wage is $7.25; the median accountant earns 5.4 times that.
Accountant pay in Texas vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | $80,920 | $65,757 | $67,751 |
| Arkansas | $66,330 | $53,510 | $61,550 |
| Louisiana | $73,810 | $58,927 | $66,806 |
| New Mexico | $78,580 | $61,583 | $66,785 |
| Oklahoma | $79,370 | $61,641 | $70,171 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do accountants make in Texas?
- The median salary is $80,920 a year ($38.90 an hour), and the average is $90,370, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do accountants take home in Texas?
- About $65,757 a year after federal taxes, or $2,529 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do accountants earn more in Texas than the national average?
- Texas ranks #20 of 51 for median pay, 3% below the U.S. median of $83,680. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #18.