May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Austin
Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX
598 occupations
Across 598 occupations with published wages in Austin, physicians, pathologists record the highest median at $362,620 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Austin
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| General and Operations Managers | 42,190 | $117,850 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 35,000 | $29,310 |
| Customer Service Representatives | 32,690 | $43,720 |
| Software Developers | 31,960 | $134,120 |
| Retail Salespersons | 29,660 | $33,860 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 27,430 | $37,720 |
| Cashiers | 20,490 | $33,940 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 19,170 | $27,260 |
| Registered Nurses | 18,920 | $97,890 |
| Project Management Specialists | 17,470 | $102,390 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Bartenders | $23,670 | 7,130 |
| Costume Attendants | $26,380 | 80 |
| Entertainment Attendants and Related Workers, All Other | $26,820 | 100 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $27,260 | 19,170 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $27,260 | 6,050 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $27,760 | 2,560 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $28,370 | 12,490 |
| Childcare Workers | $28,470 | 3,400 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $28,520 | 1,350 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $29,130 | 3,250 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.