How much does a commercial diver make in Texas?
$46,490a year
Median yearly pay for commercial divers in Texas. That is $22.35 an hour or $3,874 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.35
- Vs. national median
- -36%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 19
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,050Median: $46,490Highest 10%: $62,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,050 | $15.89 | |
| 25th | $41,600 | $20.00 | |
| Median | $46,490 | $22.35 | |
| 75th | $60,530 | $29.10 | |
| 90th | $62,510 | $30.05 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Houston, TX | $50,920 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for commercial divers.
| 16. Michigan | $54,620 |
| 17. Florida | $49,640 |
| 18. South Carolina | $49,260 |
| 19. Texas | $46,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a commercial diver make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $22.35 ($46,490 a year).
Do commercial divers make more in Texas than the national average?
No: $46,490 against $72,990 nationally, 36% less.
Where does Texas rank for commercial diver pay?
Texas ranks 19 of 19 states.
Which city in Texas pays commercial divers the most?
Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX, with a median of $50,920 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.