May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Killeen
Killeen-Temple, TX
348 occupations
Across 348 occupations with published wages in Killeen, chief executives record the highest median at $220,940 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Killeen
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chief Executives | $220,940 | 80 | |
| 2 | Optometrists | $160,460 | 30 | |
| 3 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $158,560 | 70 | |
| 4 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $154,180 | 320 | |
| 5 | Pharmacists | $149,790 | 350 | |
| 6 | Dentists, General | $147,360 | 120 | |
| 7 | Financial Managers | $140,310 | 460 | |
| 8 | Physician Assistants | $140,200 | 350 | |
| 9 | Nurse Practitioners | $138,670 | 480 | |
| 10 | Human Resources Managers | $135,580 | 210 | |
| 11 | Psychologists, All Other | $129,960 | 50 | |
| 12 | Lawyers | $129,430 | 260 | |
| 13 | Managers, All Other | $124,100 | 310 | |
| 14 | Sales Managers | $123,890 | 420 | |
| 15 | Sales Engineers | $123,770 | 40 | |
| 16 | Purchasing Managers | $123,590 | 70 | |
| 17 | Veterinarians | $123,390 | 80 | |
| 18 | Software Developers | $123,320 | 470 | |
| 19 | Marketing Managers | $122,220 | 240 | |
| 20 | Medical and Health Services Managers | $119,710 | 1,030 | |
| 21 | Natural Sciences Managers | $119,430 | 60 | |
| 22 | Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $117,830 | 60 | |
| 23 | Electrical Engineers | $112,580 | 80 | |
| 24 | Industrial Production Managers | $109,780 | 160 | |
| 25 | Administrative Services Managers | $108,220 | 190 |
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 7,120 | $26,530 |
| Registered Nurses | 5,340 | $93,440 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 3,970 | $36,560 |
| Retail Salespersons | 3,870 | $29,970 |
| General and Operations Managers | 3,650 | $87,920 |
| Cashiers | 3,250 | $28,610 |
| Office Clerks, General | 2,810 | $38,760 |
| Customer Service Representatives | 2,670 | $38,280 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | 2,490 | $33,230 |
| Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | 2,280 | $63,120 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $19,990 | 480 |
| Bartenders | $21,280 | 450 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $22,590 | 180 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $22,910 | 1,900 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $22,940 | 1,950 |
| Substitute Teachers, Short-Term | $23,710 | 350 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $24,240 | 310 |
| Cooks, All Other | $25,940 | 40 |
| Childcare Workers | $25,960 | 480 |
| School Bus Monitors | $25,990 | 50 |
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.