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Epidemiologist Salary in Houston, Texas

The median epidemiologist salary in Houston, TX is $75,379 per year, which is 4% below the national median and 4.3% above the Texas state average.

City Median
$75,379
vs State Avg
+$3,141
vs National
$-3,141
Cost of Living
96%

Epidemiologist Salary in Houston by Experience

In Houston, an entry-level epidemiologist earns around $49,920, while experienced professionals earn up to $115,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$49,920
$-2,080 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$76,800
$-3,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$115,200
$-4,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Houston, TX

Percentile Houston
10th Percentile $48,000
25th Percentile $59,520
Median (50th) $75,379
75th Percentile $96,960
90th Percentile $120,960

Epidemiologist Salary in Other Texas Cities

How to Become a Epidemiologist in Houston

Education

Most epidemiologist positions require a master's degree. Houston and the surrounding Texas area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

EpidemiologyBiostatisticsSAS/RDisease SurveillanceResearch MethodsPublic Health

Job Outlook

Nationally, epidemiologist employment is projected to grow 27% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Houston may vary based on local industry and population growth.