How much does a chemical technician make in Texas?
$62,580a year
Median yearly pay for chemical technicians in Texas. That is $30.09 an hour or $5,215 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.09
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 6,090
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,970Median: $62,580Highest 10%: $105,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,970 | $21.14 | |
| 25th | $49,580 | $23.84 | |
| Median | $62,580 | $30.09 | |
| 75th | $85,910 | $41.30 | |
| 90th | $105,700 | $50.79 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Beaumont, TX | $79,290 |
| Longview, TX | $65,760 |
| Houston, TX | $65,050 |
| Dallas, TX | $62,990 |
| Midland, TX | $61,690 |
| Odessa, TX | $60,580 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | $60,530 |
| Austin, TX | $54,710 |
| Waco, TX | $53,660 |
| San Antonio, TX | $49,810 |
| Amarillo, TX | $44,610 |
| College Station, TX | $34,140 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical technicians.
| 9. Hawaii | $63,910 |
| 10. Colorado | $63,770 |
| 11. Nebraska | $62,640 |
| 12. Texas | $62,580 |
| 13. Minnesota | $62,400 |
| 14. Washington | $62,100 |
| 15. Illinois | $61,890 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical technician make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $30.09 ($62,580 a year).
Do chemical technicians make more in Texas than the national average?
Yes: $62,580 against $60,390 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Texas rank for chemical technician pay?
Texas ranks 12 of 51 states.
Which city in Texas pays chemical technicians the most?
Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX, with a median of $79,290 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.