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Benefits and Compensation Surveys

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Take Part in or Purchase Surveys

Higginbotham HR Consulting (formerly Whitney Smith Company) conducts annual compensation and benefits surveys crossing various industries for our local Tarrant County and DFW labor market. These surveys are considered a premier source of compensation and benefits data and are supported by the local business community.

Our team also conducts industry-specific surveys. Depending upon the needs of a sponsoring professional association or industry group, the surveys can cover a wide spectrum of roles, ranging from executives to entry-level jobs, as necessary for benchmarking jobs for a given industry, business type and/or geographic labor market.

Tarrant County Salary Survey

The Tarrant County Salary Survey encompasses both exempt and nonexempt positions. The survey analyzes salaries for more than 100 roles across various metrics and provides insights into salary trends and budget projections. This survey offers vital Tarrant County labor market insights, allowing companies to analyze their direct compensation programs.

Participate in the 2026 Survey

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Permian Basin Oil and Gas Compensation Survey

The Permian Basin Oil and Gas Compensation Survey is conducted annually and sponsored by the Permian Basin Petroleum Association. The survey targets both members and nonmembers with Exploration & Production (E&P) operations in the Permian Basin region. The survey includes various compensation metrics for over 90 benchmark positions, reporting results in aggregate and by company size groups.

Order the 2025 Survey Results

Participate in the 2026 Survey

Order the 2026 Survey Results

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Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex Employee Benefits Survey

The Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex Employee Benefits Survey is a comprehensive employee benefits survey that assists employers in comparing the design and cost of their benefit plans to organizations of a similar size. The survey provides data needed to analyze and evaluate the competitiveness of your company’s benefits package within your marketplace.

Order the 2026 Survey Results

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Tailored HR Solutions for Your Organization

Gain valuable insights to guide your HR decisions. Get in touch with a member of our team today to learn how our customized surveys can help support your organization.

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