Salaries in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX metro area
Typical pay for 404 jobs in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX metro area. The median for all workers is $35,830 a year ($17.23 an hour). Click a job for its full pay range.
Median pay, all jobs
$35,830
Median hourly
$17.23
Workers
296,700
vs U.S. median
-30%
Highest paying jobs in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX
| Job | Median salary | Workers |
|---|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $295,020 | 610 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $207,060 | 160 |
| Chief Executive | $202,990 | 80 |
| Pediatricians, General | $144,430 | n/a |
| Pharmacist | $137,700 | 500 |
| Dentists, General | $134,160 | 150 |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $133,750 | 310 |
| Physician Assistant | $131,870 | 400 |
| Optometrist | $130,450 | 50 |
| Financial Manager | $129,290 | 620 |
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | $129,240 | 90 |
| Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $128,680 | 70 |
| Business Teachers, Postsecondary | $127,460 | 120 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $122,550 | 770 |
| Veterinarian | $121,590 | 50 |
Most common jobs in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX
| Job | Workers | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 46,380 | $23,960 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 12,160 | $22,790 |
| Retail Salesperson | 8,960 | $27,420 |
| Customer Service Representative | 8,270 | $35,830 |
| Cashier | 7,000 | $27,020 |
| General and Operations Managers | 6,480 | $74,570 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 5,870 | $35,080 |
| Office Clerks, General | 5,420 | $32,130 |
| Registered Nurse | 5,400 | $80,540 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | 4,390 | $47,040 |
| Security Guard | 4,100 | $29,290 |
| Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | 4,090 | $63,110 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | 4,090 | $31,300 |
| Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary | 4,030 | $29,520 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | 4,010 | $62,500 |
Compare with statewide pay: salaries in Texas.
All 404 jobs by category
Management Occupations (26)Business and Financial Operations Occupations (26)Computer and Mathematical Occupations (14)Architecture and Engineering Occupations (13)Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations (14)Community and Social Service Occupations (13)Legal Occupations (3)Educational Instruction and Library Occupations (41)Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations (9)Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations (37)Healthcare Support Occupations (14)Protective Service Occupations (17)Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations (12)Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations (6)Personal Care and Service Occupations (12)Sales and Related Occupations (14)Office and Administrative Support Occupations (40)Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations (5)Construction and Extraction Occupations (19)Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations (23)Production Occupations (27)Transportation and Material Moving Occupations (19)
Management Occupations
Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Computer and Mathematical Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Network Architect | $97,930 | $47.08 | 50 |
| Computer Network Support Specialist | $55,130 | $26.51 | 130 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $83,660 | $40.22 | 270 |
| Computer Programmer | $72,430 | $34.82 | 60 |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $80,620 | $38.76 | 260 |
| Computer User Support Specialist | $50,460 | $24.26 | 910 |
| Data Scientist | $91,630 | $44.05 | 130 |
| Database Administrator | $82,890 | $39.85 | 40 |
| Information Security Analyst | $78,200 | $37.60 | 100 |
| Network and Computer Systems Administrators | $83,400 | $40.10 | 350 |
| Operations Research Analyst | $73,260 | $35.22 | 50 |
| Software Developer | $116,120 | $55.83 | 400 |
| Web and Digital Interface Designers | $51,330 | $24.68 | 50 |
| Web Developer | $56,070 | $26.96 | 50 |
Architecture and Engineering Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architects, Except Landscape and Naval | $78,250 | $37.62 | 60 |
| Architectural and Civil Drafters | $47,790 | $22.98 | 120 |
| Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $47,500 | $22.84 | 90 |
| Civil Engineer | $79,370 | $38.16 | 350 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $62,320 | $29.96 | 80 |
| Electrical Engineer | $99,960 | $48.06 | 100 |
| Engineers, All Other | $85,000 | $40.86 | 30 |
| Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $49,680 | $23.89 | 40 |
| Industrial Engineer | $91,680 | $44.08 | 130 |
| Mechanical Drafter | $47,400 | $22.79 | 40 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $80,500 | $38.70 | 90 |
| Surveying and Mapping Technicians | $47,960 | $23.06 | 90 |
| Surveyor | $53,210 | $25.58 | 40 |
Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $94,520 | $45.44 | 90 |
| Biological Technician | $46,860 | $22.53 | 40 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $74,740 | $35.93 | 50 |
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health | $44,490 | $21.39 | 40 |
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $76,400 | $36.73 | 40 |
| Epidemiologist | $59,860 | $28.78 | 30 |
| Forensic Science Technician | $55,150 | $26.52 | 40 |
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | $48,100 | $23.13 | 70 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $71,730 | $34.48 | 50 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | $56,500 | $27.17 | 210 |
| Physical Scientists, All Other | $71,580 | $34.42 | 50 |
| School Psychologist | $90,310 | $43.42 | 180 |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other | $97,470 | $46.86 | 50 |
| Urban and Regional Planners | $60,010 | $28.85 | 50 |
Community and Social Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | $58,040 | $27.90 | 600 |
| Clergy | $55,950 | $26.90 | 80 |
| Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other | $39,650 | $19.06 | 210 |
| Community Health Worker | $31,340 | $15.07 | 210 |
| Counselors, All Other | $44,590 | $21.44 | 130 |
| Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors | $80,390 | $38.65 | 990 |
| Health Education Specialist | $55,750 | $26.80 | 80 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $60,070 | $28.88 | 330 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $43,380 | $20.86 | 330 |
| Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists | $46,940 | $22.57 | 380 |
| Social and Human Service Assistants | $39,610 | $19.04 | 670 |
| Social Workers, All Other | $45,030 | $21.65 | 70 |
| Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors | $65,370 | $31.43 | 420 |
Legal Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $115,920 | $55.73 | 850 |
| Paralegals and Legal Assistants | $47,330 | $22.76 | 560 |
| Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers | $48,380 | $23.26 | 70 |
Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audio and Video Technicians | $43,640 | $20.98 | 80 |
| Coaches and Scouts | $37,670 | — | 210 |
| Graphic Designer | $42,170 | $20.27 | 160 |
| Interior Designer | $46,850 | $22.52 | 40 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $31,470 | $15.13 | 270 |
| News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists | $39,860 | $19.16 | 40 |
| Photographer | $28,110 | $13.51 | 70 |
| Producers and Directors | $60,920 | $29.29 | 60 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $48,980 | $23.55 | 440 |
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Healthcare Support Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Assistant | $37,230 | $17.90 | 670 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $33,350 | $16.03 | 210 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $23,960 | $11.52 | 46,380 |
| Massage Therapist | $47,410 | $22.79 | 140 |
| Medical Assistant | $34,810 | $16.74 | 2,820 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $37,990 | $18.26 | 80 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $37,410 | $17.98 | 50 |
| Nursing Assistant | $33,990 | $16.34 | 2,140 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $73,720 | $35.44 | 120 |
| Orderly | $31,250 | $15.03 | 50 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $36,990 | $17.79 | 100 |
| Phlebotomist | $35,050 | $16.85 | 430 |
| Physical Therapist Aide | $23,040 | $11.08 | 180 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $72,520 | $34.87 | 410 |
Protective Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Animal Control Worker | $30,340 | $14.59 | 40 |
| Bailiff | $55,690 | $26.77 | 40 |
| Correctional Officers and Jailers | $46,300 | $22.26 | 1,660 |
| Detectives and Criminal Investigators | $103,380 | $49.70 | 1,600 |
| Firefighter | $50,740 | $24.39 | 390 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers | $59,890 | $28.80 | 80 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers | $62,660 | $30.12 | 150 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives | $88,450 | $42.53 | 190 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Protective Service Workers, All Other | $70,710 | $34.00 | 40 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | $38,720 | $18.61 | 170 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $25,420 | $12.22 | 110 |
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers | $58,360 | $28.06 | 1,820 |
| Private Detectives and Investigators | $37,090 | $17.83 | 50 |
| Protective Service Workers, All Other | $27,950 | $13.44 | 270 |
| School Bus Monitor | $30,180 | $14.51 | 130 |
| Security Guard | $29,290 | $14.08 | 4,100 |
| Transportation Security Screener | $63,130 | $30.35 | 60 |
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bartender | $18,940 | $9.11 | 810 |
| Chefs and Head Cooks | $39,140 | $18.82 | 230 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $26,740 | $12.86 | 1,040 |
| Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria | $29,300 | $14.09 | 550 |
| Cooks, Restaurant | $28,380 | $13.65 | 2,590 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $19,910 | $9.57 | 940 |
| Dishwasher | $23,140 | $11.13 | 530 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $22,790 | $10.96 | 12,160 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers | $30,270 | $14.55 | 3,030 |
| Food Preparation Worker | $26,960 | $12.96 | 1,750 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $22,510 | $10.82 | 600 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $20,650 | $9.93 | 3,700 |
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers | $38,830 | $18.67 | 160 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers | $43,730 | $21.02 | 70 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | $31,300 | $15.05 | 4,090 |
| Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers | $29,060 | $13.97 | 680 |
| Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | $26,740 | $12.86 | 1,020 |
| Pest Control Worker | $36,060 | $17.34 | 80 |
Personal Care and Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $23,830 | $11.46 | 520 |
| Animal Caretaker | $28,970 | $13.93 | 250 |
| Childcare Worker | $22,310 | $10.73 | 750 |
| Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors | $36,250 | $17.43 | 290 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services | $40,920 | $19.67 | 170 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers | $46,410 | $22.31 | 180 |
| Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists | $27,310 | $13.13 | 380 |
| Recreation Worker | $30,870 | $14.84 | 490 |
| Residential Advisor | $36,730 | $17.66 | 60 |
| Skincare Specialist | $50,980 | $24.51 | 120 |
| Tour and Travel Guides | $24,220 | $11.65 | 40 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $22,080 | $10.62 | 280 |
Sales and Related Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cashier | $27,020 | $12.99 | 7,000 |
| Counter and Rental Clerks | $30,770 | $14.80 | 620 |
| Demonstrators and Product Promoters | $38,640 | $18.58 | 130 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers | $66,810 | $32.12 | 340 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers | $38,480 | $18.50 | 2,830 |
| Insurance Sales Agent | $48,340 | $23.24 | 610 |
| Parts Salesperson | $29,070 | $13.98 | 680 |
| Real Estate Sales Agent | $36,080 | $17.35 | 190 |
| Retail Salesperson | $27,420 | $13.19 | 8,960 |
| Sales and Related Workers, All Other | $27,610 | $13.27 | 310 |
| Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel | $49,350 | $23.73 | 1,910 |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products | $55,950 | $26.90 | 1,260 |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products | $70,980 | $34.12 | 190 |
| Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents | $58,010 | $27.89 | 430 |
Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Equipment Operator | $29,150 | $14.02 | 140 |
| Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse | $28,690 | $13.79 | 190 |
| Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals | $28,320 | $13.62 | 60 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers | $48,300 | $23.22 | 60 |
| Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products | $23,650 | $11.37 | 70 |