Accountant salary in Austin, TX
Median pay, Austin metro
$83,120/year
about $39.96 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $68,250 – $103,820
Half of accountants in the Austin metro area earn more than $83,120 a year and half earn less. That's 1% lower than the national median of $83,680, and ranks #18 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $57,660 | $27.72 |
| 25th | $68,250 | $32.81 |
| Median (50th) | $83,120 | $39.96 |
| 75th | $103,820 | $49.91 |
| 90th (top earners) | $130,130 | $62.56 |
*Yearly pay divided by 2,080 hours (40 hours × 52 weeks), the full-time basis BLS uses.
Is your offer fair?
For a accountant job in the Austin metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $68,250 ($32.81/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $68,250 to $103,820 ($32.81 to $49.91/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $103,820 ($49.91/hr). Higher than three quarters of workers here.
Before you accept
- A CPA license usually raises pay noticeably, and some employers support the exam with time off or fees.
- Busy season can mean long hours from January to April. Ask how overtime is handled for salaried roles.
- Public accounting and corporate (industry) roles often pay differently for similar titles.
Also watch for the common warning signs in the posting itself: 15 job posting red flags.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, Austin metro. Occupation: Accountants and Auditors (SOC 13-2011). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.