How much does a court reporter and simultaneous captioner make in Houston?
Median yearly pay for court reporter and simultaneous captioners in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area. That is $62.20 an hour or $10,780 a month.
- Hourly
- $62.20
- Vs. national median
- +79%
- Rank among cities
- 5 of 67
- Jobs in the area
- 260
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,390 | $27.59 | |
| 25th | $80,540 | $38.72 | |
| Median | $129,400 | $62.20 | |
| 75th | $137,400 | $66.06 | |
| 90th | $137,400 | $66.06 |
Other cities in Texas
Median yearly pay for court reporter and simultaneous captioners.
| Austin, TX | $130,700 |
| Dallas, TX | $126,000 |
| San Antonio, TX | $123,900 |
| El Paso, TX | $106,000 |
Related jobs in Houston
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Art Director | $91,570 |
| Technical Writer | $87,360 |
| Musician and Singer | $82,510 |
| Special Effects Artist and Animator | $77,690 |
| Writer and Author | $76,120 |
| Athlete and Sports Competitor | $75,550 |
| Dancer | $73,450 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $68,320 |
| Producer and Director | $63,950 |
| Music Director and Composer | $63,440 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a court reporter and simultaneous captioner make an hour in Houston?
The median hourly pay in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area is $62.20 ($129,400 a year).
Do court reporter and simultaneous captioners make more in Houston than the national average?
Yes: $129,400 against $72,420 nationally, 79% more.
How does Houston compare with the rest of Texas?
The median in Texas is $110,100, so Houston pays 18% more.
Where does Houston rank for court reporter and simultaneous captioner pay?
5 of 67 metro areas with data.
How much does a court reporter and simultaneous captioner make starting out in Houston?
The lowest-paid 10% make $57,390 or less a year; the top 10% make $137,400 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.