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Network Engineer Salary in Texas

The median network engineer salary in Texas is $90,160 per year, which is 2% below the national median of $92,000.

Median Salary
$90,160
vs National
$-1,840
State Rank
#23 of 50
Cost of Living
92%

Network Engineer Salary in Texas by Experience

In Texas, an entry-level network engineer earns around $58,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $135,240 per year. The cost of living index in Texas is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$58,800
$-1,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$92,120
$-1,880 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$135,240
$-2,760 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Texas

Percentile TX Salary
10th Percentile $54,880
25th Percentile $72,520
Median (50th) $90,160
75th Percentile $115,640
90th Percentile $142,100

Network Engineer Salary by City in Texas

The largest employment areas for network engineers in Texas include Houston, Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

How to Become a Network Engineer in Texas

Education

Most network engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Texas has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

CiscoTCP/IPFirewallsVPNNetwork MonitoringCCNA/CCNP

Job Outlook in Texas

Nationally, network engineer employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Texas's demand may vary based on local industry trends.