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Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders Salary in Texas
Ranked #7 of 47 · TX
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of chemical equipment operators and tenderss in Texas earn between $36,230 and $106,230. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean chemical equipment operators and tenders salary in Texas is $68,970, about 13.6% above the U.S. average ($60,710). That works out to roughly $33/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX | $96,790 | $82,810 | 1,540 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | $91,560 | $78,020 | 450 |
| Northwestern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $82,480 | $77,650 | 530 |
| Coastal Plains Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $80,780 | $74,010 | 860 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $79,430 | $76,400 | 9,390 |
| Hill Country Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $60,990 | $56,430 | 270 |
| Texarkana, TX-AR | $59,490 | $59,640 | — |
| Killeen-Temple, TX | $56,040 | $55,690 | 80 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do chemical equipment operators and tenders make in Texas?
The median chemical equipment operators and tenders salary in Texas is $60,150 per year (mean $68,970), and about 80% earn between $36,230 and $106,230.
How much do chemical equipment operators and tenders make per hour in Texas?
Roughly $33 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $68,970 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Texas a high-paying state for chemical equipment operators and tenders?
Texas ranks #7 of 47 states for chemical equipment operators and tenders pay. Its mean salary of $68,970 is about 13.6% above the U.S. average of $60,710.
Which metro areas in Texas pay chemical equipment operators and tenders the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Texas for chemical equipment operators and tenders are Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX ($96,790), Corpus Christi, TX ($91,560), Northwestern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area ($82,480), by median annual wage.
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