Houston, Texas Compensation Guide

Financial Analyst Salary in Houston, Texas

Comprehensive 2026 compensation analysis for Financial Analysts in Houston. Explore local wage distributions, net take-home pay, state tax implications, and rental affordability.

Houston Median Pay
$102,000
$8,500/month gross
vs. National Benchmark
+6%
National avg: $96,000
Net Monthly Take-Home
$6,885
After federal & state taxes
Rent-to-Income Ratio
20%
1-bed rent: $1,350/mo
State Income Tax: 0% State Tax Advantage in Texas/Washington/Florida
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Financial Analyst Salary Percentiles in Houston

Data sourced from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) OEWS and adjusted for Houston, Texas metro market factors.

10th Percentile
$63,500
Entry level
25th Percentile
$80,500
Early career
50th (Median)
$102,000
Metro benchmark
75th Percentile
$131,500
Senior level
90th Percentile
$164,500
Staff / Lead

Estimated Paycheck & Tax Withholdings

Annual Gross Salary:$102,000
Estimated Federal Income Tax:-$19,380
Estimated State/Local Tax (0%):-$0
Annual Net Take-Home:$82,620
Monthly Budget Breakdown
Net Monthly Paycheck:$6,885
Median 1-Bed Rent:-$1,350
Discretionary Income:~$5,535/mo

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Frequently Asked Questions: Financial Analyst in Houston

What is the average Financial Analyst salary in Houston?

The median base salary for a Financial Analyst in Houston, Texas is $102,000 per year ($8,500/month). Entry-level roles start around $63,500, while senior and staff-level professionals earn up to $164,500.

How does Houston Financial Analyst pay compare to the national average?

Financial Analyst salaries in Houston are 6% above the U.S. national benchmark of $96,000.

What is the estimated monthly take-home pay for a Financial Analyst in Houston?

At the median salary of $102,000, the estimated monthly net take-home pay in Houston is approximately $6,885 after deducting estimated federal taxes ($1,615/mo) and state/local taxes ($0/mo).

Is Houston affordable for a Financial Analyst?

With an average 1-bedroom rent of $1,350/month, housing consumes approximately 20% of a Financial Analyst's estimated net take-home pay, which is well within the recommended 30% financial guideline.

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