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Riggers Salary in Texas
Ranked #29 of 43 · TX
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of riggerss in Texas earn between $41,960 and $81,110. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean riggers salary in Texas is $58,460, about 12.5% below the U.S. average ($66,810). That works out to roughly $28/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $64,430 | $65,200 | 1,140 |
| Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX | $63,950 | $61,010 | 210 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | $60,240 | $61,980 | 220 |
| Coastal Plains Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $53,820 | $60,190 | 60 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX | $52,150 | $61,200 | 130 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $50,840 | $56,510 | 660 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | $50,480 | $51,320 | 340 |
| Northwestern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $50,420 | $54,120 | 90 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do riggers make in Texas?
The median riggers salary in Texas is $51,980 per year (mean $58,460), and about 80% earn between $41,960 and $81,110.
How much do riggers make per hour in Texas?
Roughly $28 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $58,460 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Texas a high-paying state for riggers?
Texas ranks #29 of 43 states for riggers pay. Its mean salary of $58,460 is about 12.5% below the U.S. average of $66,810.
Which metro areas in Texas pay riggers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Texas for riggers are Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX ($64,430), Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX ($63,950), Corpus Christi, TX ($60,240), by median annual wage.