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Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in Texas
Ranked #18 of 27 · TX
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of service unit operators, oil and gass in Texas earn between $37,560 and $79,770. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean service unit operators, oil and gas salary in Texas is $56,620, about 9.4% below the U.S. average ($62,470). That works out to roughly $27/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $60,870 | $65,620 | 640 |
| Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX | $60,070 | $66,130 | 100 |
| Abilene, TX | $58,830 | $60,080 | 70 |
| Victoria, TX | $57,050 | $58,780 | 310 |
| Border Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $53,340 | $56,080 | 260 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $49,940 | $57,600 | 5,400 |
| Eastern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $49,750 | $51,660 | 170 |
| Midland, TX | $49,470 | $55,470 | 3,460 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do service unit operators, oil and gas make in Texas?
The median service unit operators, oil and gas salary in Texas is $49,820 per year (mean $56,620), and about 80% earn between $37,560 and $79,770.
How much do service unit operators, oil and gas make per hour in Texas?
Roughly $27 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $56,620 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Texas a high-paying state for service unit operators, oil and gas?
Texas ranks #18 of 27 states for service unit operators, oil and gas pay. Its mean salary of $56,620 is about 9.4% below the U.S. average of $62,470.
Which metro areas in Texas pay service unit operators, oil and gas the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Texas for service unit operators, oil and gas are Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX ($60,870), Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX ($60,070), Abilene, TX ($58,830), by median annual wage.