How much does a chemical plant and system operator make in Texas?
$102,800a year
Median yearly pay for chemical plant and system operators in Texas. That is $49.40 an hour or $8,563 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.40
- Vs. national median
- +32%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 2,360
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,460Median: $102,800Highest 10%: $124,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,460 | $25.22 | |
| 25th | $73,850 | $35.50 | |
| Median | $102,800 | $49.40 | |
| 75th | $117,400 | $56.46 | |
| 90th | $124,200 | $59.72 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Beaumont, TX | $117,400 |
| Houston, TX | $106,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical plant and system operators.
| 1. Florida | $128,800 |
| 2. Wyoming | $107,800 |
| 3. Texas | $102,800 |
| 4. Louisiana | $100,100 |
| 5. Kentucky | $97,550 |
| 6. Maryland | $95,150 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical plant and system operator make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $49.40 ($102,800 a year).
Do chemical plant and system operators make more in Texas than the national average?
Yes: $102,800 against $78,120 nationally, 32% more.
Where does Texas rank for chemical plant and system operator pay?
Texas ranks 3 of 35 states.
Which city in Texas pays chemical plant and system operators the most?
Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX, with a median of $117,400 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.