How much does a chemical plant and system operator make in Houston?
Median yearly pay for chemical plant and system operators in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area. That is $50.97 an hour or $8,835 a month.
- Hourly
- $50.97
- Vs. national median
- +36%
- Rank among cities
- 3 of 28
- Jobs in the area
- 1,420
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,920 | $28.81 | |
| 25th | $81,180 | $39.03 | |
| Median | $106,000 | $50.97 | |
| 75th | $121,600 | $58.44 | |
| 90th | $124,900 | $60.06 |
Other cities in Texas
Median yearly pay for chemical plant and system operators.
| Beaumont, TX | $117,400 |
Related jobs in Houston
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Power Plant Operator | $104,600 |
| Gas Plant Operator | $85,530 |
| Petroleum Pump System Operator | $84,100 |
| Chemical Equipment Operator and Tender | $79,430 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Worker | $75,330 |
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmer | $69,820 |
| Stationary Engineer and Boiler Operator | $68,100 |
| Tool Grinder | $62,300 |
| Machinist | $61,280 |
| Welder | $57,940 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical plant and system operator make an hour in Houston?
The median hourly pay in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area is $50.97 ($106,000 a year).
Do chemical plant and system operators make more in Houston than the national average?
Yes: $106,000 against $78,120 nationally, 36% more.
How does Houston compare with the rest of Texas?
The median in Texas is $102,800, so Houston pays 3% more.
Where does Houston rank for chemical plant and system operator pay?
3 of 28 metro areas with data.
How much does a chemical plant and system operator make starting out in Houston?
The lowest-paid 10% make $59,920 or less a year; the top 10% make $124,900 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.