In Houston, TX, Sales Representatives earn a median of $62,520 a year — about 22% below the U.S. median of $80,490. Among the 50 metros tracked here for this role, that ranks #38.
What that pay is worth in Houston
Local prices run 99 on the BEA cost-of-living index (U.S. = 100), so a $76,760 salary is about break-even with the national average ($77,827 adjusted).
Can Sales Representatives afford a home in Houston?
A typical Houston home runs about $253,400 — 3.3 times the average Sales Representative salary, manageable against the classic 3x rule of thumb. Median rent near $1,313/mo takes roughly 21% of gross pay — within the 30% comfort line.
The Sales Representative pay ladder in Houston
Entry-level (10th percentile) Sales Representatives earn about $34,720; the top 10% reach $127,310 — a $92,590 spread, wide for this field. Most of that gap comes down to experience, employer, and how hard you negotiate.
The Sales Representative job market in Houston
Houston employs roughly 25,740 Sales Representatives. It’s a sizable local market to build a career in.
Compare Houston with other cities
See the full Sales Representative salary by city ranking to weigh Houston against the other metros on both pay and cost-adjusted value, or use the cost-of-living calculator to compare any two cities directly.
Frequently asked questions
How much do Sales Representatives make in Houston?
The average Sales Representative in Houston, TX earns about $76,760 per year, 4.6% below the national average of $80,490.
What is the take-home pay for Sales Representatives in Houston after taxes?
After federal and TX taxes, this $76,760 salary is worth about $62,830 a year - roughly $5,235 a month in take-home pay, an effective tax rate near 18%.
What do the highest-paid Sales Representatives earn in Houston?
The top 10% of Sales Representatives in Houston earn about $127,310 a year, versus about $34,720 for the bottom 10%.
Can Sales Representatives afford a home in Houston?
A typical Houston home runs about $253,400 - roughly 3.3x this salary, within reach by the classic 3x rule of thumb.