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Sales Engineer Salary in Houston, Texas

The median sales engineer salary in Houston, TX is $104,189 per year, which is 4% below the national median and 4.3% above the Texas state average.

City Median
$104,189
vs State Avg
+$4,341
vs National
$-4,341
Cost of Living
96%

Sales Engineer Salary in Houston by Experience

In Houston, an entry-level sales engineer earns around $62,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $163,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$62,400
$-2,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$105,600
$-4,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$163,200
$-6,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Houston, TX

Percentile Houston
10th Percentile $59,520
25th Percentile $78,720
Median (50th) $104,189
75th Percentile $136,320
90th Percentile $170,880

Sales Engineer Salary in Other Texas Cities

How to Become a Sales Engineer in Houston

Education

Most sales engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Houston and the surrounding Texas area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Technical KnowledgeSalesProduct DemosSolution SellingCRMClient Management

Job Outlook

Nationally, sales engineer employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Houston may vary based on local industry and population growth.