How much does a cartographer and photogrammetrist make in Houston?
Median yearly pay for cartographer and photogrammetrists in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area. That is $46.34 an hour or $8,033 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.34
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among cities
- 17 of 67
- Jobs in the area
- 520
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,510 | $24.28 | |
| 25th | $66,120 | $31.79 | |
| Median | $96,390 | $46.34 | |
| 75th | $131,400 | $63.17 | |
| 90th | $172,600 | $82.97 |
Other cities in Texas
Median yearly pay for cartographer and photogrammetrists.
| Austin, TX | $76,080 |
| Dallas, TX | $72,400 |
| San Antonio, TX | $71,950 |
Related jobs in Houston
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Petroleum Engineer | $169,900 |
| Marine Engineer and Naval Architect | $144,100 |
| Chemical Engineer | $138,100 |
| Computer Hardware Engineer | $137,700 |
| Aerospace Engineer | $134,000 |
| Electrical Engineer | $131,100 |
| Health and Safety Engineer | $130,300 |
| Engineer | $130,300 |
| Electronics Engineer | $129,600 |
| Environmental Engineer | $127,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cartographer and photogrammetrist make an hour in Houston?
The median hourly pay in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area is $46.34 ($96,390 a year).
Do cartographer and photogrammetrists make more in Houston than the national average?
Yes: $96,390 against $81,390 nationally, 18% more.
How does Houston compare with the rest of Texas?
The median in Texas is $73,970, so Houston pays 30% more.
Where does Houston rank for cartographer and photogrammetrist pay?
17 of 67 metro areas with data.
How much does a cartographer and photogrammetrist make starting out in Houston?
The lowest-paid 10% make $50,510 or less a year; the top 10% make $172,600 or more.
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.