Government Salaries Explorer
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Updated: July 1, 2024 • Download all data
POSITION
Purchaser III
Texas Department of Transportation
This position is categorized as property management and procurement, according to the state auditor's office. Its salary ranges from $39,976 to $61,399. A description of this position and its responsibilities is available on the auditor's website.
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Employees
26
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Median salary
$55,615
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Average salary
$54,587
Employees by gender
Most employees who hold this position identify as female.
| Gender | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 17 | $55,884 | |
| Male | 9 | $53,700 |
Employees by race
Most employees who hold this position identify as white.
| Race | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Indian | 1 | $52,800 | |
| Hispanic | 6 | $55,308 | |
| Other | 1 | $53,400 | |
| White | 18 | $55,942 |
Length of employment
A majority of employees have worked at the Texas Department of Transportation for one to 10 years.
| Length of employment | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year or less | 1 | $49,500 | |
| 1-10 years | 17 | $53,700 | |
| 10-20 years | 6 | $56,600 | |
| 20+ years | 2 | $54,108 |
Employment status
All employees who hold this position are full-time. Employment status refers to whether an employee is listed as working part or full time and is based on hours worked in a week.
| Status | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Time | 26 | $55,615 |
Current employees
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