How much does an athlete and sports competitor make in Texas?
$80,510a year
Median yearly pay for athlete and sports competitors in Texas. That is $38.71 an hour or $6,709 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.71
- Vs. national median
- +21%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 18
- Jobs in the state
- 1,840
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $25,340Median: $80,510Highest 10%: $878,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $25,340 | $12.18 | |
| 25th | $30,120 | $14.48 | |
| Median | $80,510 | $38.71 | |
| 75th | $822,000 | $395.19 | |
| 90th | $878,200 | $422.21 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Houston, TX | $75,550 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for athlete and sports competitors.
| 2. Missouri | $172,700 |
| 3. Utah | $122,800 |
| 4. Nevada | $119,800 |
| 5. Texas | $80,510 |
| 6. California | $79,040 |
| 7. Florida | $78,610 |
| 8. Georgia | $77,530 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an athlete and sports competitor make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $38.71 ($80,510 a year).
Do athlete and sports competitors make more in Texas than the national average?
Yes: $80,510 against $66,710 nationally, 21% more.
Where does Texas rank for athlete and sports competitor pay?
Texas ranks 5 of 18 states.
Which city in Texas pays athlete and sports competitors the most?
Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX, with a median of $75,550 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.