Compensation Analyst Jobs in Texas

Compensation Analyst jobs in Texas are consistently active, concentrated in corporate headquarters, financial services, healthcare systems, and energy companies, with openings at every level from junior analyst through senior total rewards specialist. The heaviest hiring is in Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and Austin, where employers like American Airlines, ExxonMobil, and Dell Technologies maintain large HR and compensation functions. In-demand specializations include executive compensation, pay equity analysis, and sales incentive plan design. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles45+
Top employerAlliant Insurance Services
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring12
Work type56% On-site
Top industryInsurance

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Omni Hotels
Corporate Senior Benefits & Compensation Analyst
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Corporate Senior Benefits & Compensation Analyst
Omni Hotels
Dallas, Texas
Human Resources
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Compensation & Benefits
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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SRS Distribution
Senior Compensation Analyst
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SRS Distribution
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Senior Compensation Analyst
SRS Distribution
McKinney, Texas
Human Resources
Compensation & Benefits
Business Analysis
Project Management
$77k - $102k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Texas Capital Bank
Compensation Analyst
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Texas Capital Bank
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Compensation Analyst
Texas Capital Bank
Dallas, Texas
Human Resources
Compensation & Benefits
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Signal Energy Constructors
Compensation Analyst
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Signal Energy Constructors
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Compensation Analyst
Signal Energy Constructors
Houston, Texas
Human Resources
Compensation & Benefits
Hybrid
Bachelor's
1-50

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Bank OZK
Senior Compensation Analyst
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Bank OZK
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Senior Compensation Analyst
Bank OZK
Dallas, Texas
Human Resources
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Compensation Analyst Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Houston
15 jobs
Dallas
13 jobs
Richardson
4 jobs
Austin
3 jobs
Irving
2 jobs
McKinney
2 jobs
El Paso
1 jobs
Frisco
1 jobs
Roanoke
1 jobs

Compensation Analyst Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Alliant Insurance Services
    Alliant Insurance Services4
  • Dallas County
    Dallas County3
  • Lennox
    Lennox3
  • Mercer
    Mercer2
  • Sci Shared Resources
    Sci Shared Resources2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance9
  • Manufacturing7
  • Technology & Software5
  • Healthcare & Medical Services4
  • Consulting & Professional Services3

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in compensation analyst jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, finance, business administration, or a related field
  • Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) credential from WorldatWork preferred or required
  • Proficiency in HRIS platforms such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or Oracle HCM
  • Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and statistical modeling functions
  • Two or more years of experience benchmarking roles using survey data from Mercer or Willis Towers Watson
  • Familiarity with FLSA classification rules and Texas payday law compliance requirements

Compensation Analyst Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a compensation analyst in Texas?

Most compensation analysts in Texas start with a bachelor's degree in human resources, finance, or business, then move into an HR generalist or payroll role before specializing. Texas has no state-issued license for this role, but the Certified Compensation Professional credential from WorldatWork is widely recognized by Texas employers as the professional standard. Many large Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston corporations list the CCP as preferred when hiring for mid-level and senior positions.

How much do compensation analysts make in Texas?

Compensation analysts in Texas earn a median of about $74,800 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $49,570 for the lowest 10% to over $121,790 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire compensation analysts in Texas?

Employers hiring compensation analysts in Texas right now include Alliant Insurance Services, Dallas County, and Lennox, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, major hospital systems, and energy companies creates consistent, year-round demand for compensation professionals across industries.

Which Texas cities have the most compensation analyst jobs?

Houston, Dallas, and Richardson have the most compensation analyst openings in Texas. Dallas-Fort Worth leads because of its dense cluster of corporate headquarters across retail, technology, and financial services, while Houston's energy sector and Texas Medical Center anchor demand there, and Austin's expanding technology industry drives growth for a city its size.

Are there remote compensation analyst jobs in Texas?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 44% of compensation analyst openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how well the role's core work translates to a desk-based environment. Responsibilities like survey benchmarking, job evaluation, and incentive modeling require no physical presence, making this one of the more remote-accessible roles within HR.

How can I get hired as a compensation analyst in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through an HR coordinator or payroll specialist role at a large Texas employer, then moving laterally into a compensation analyst position once you have exposure to job architecture and salary structures. Major Texas health systems like Baylor Scott and White and HCA Houston Healthcare, along with large retailers headquartered in the Dallas area, regularly hire HR associates into rotational programs that include compensation. Pursuing the WorldatWork CCP or completing a compensation-focused HR certificate while in an adjacent role meaningfully strengthens your candidacy.

Where can I find and apply to compensation analyst jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to compensation analyst jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from employers actively hiring. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to the ones that match.

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