How much does a director make in Houston?
$83,480a year
Median yearly pay for directors in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area. That is $40.13 an hour or $6,957 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.13
- Vs. national median
- +60%
- Rank among cities
- 3 of 85
- Jobs in the area
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,140Median: $83,480Highest 10%: $124,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,140 | $24.11 | |
| 25th | $59,510 | $28.61 | |
| Median | $83,480 | $40.13 | |
| 75th | $106,600 | $51.23 | |
| 90th | $124,600 | $59.89 |
Other cities in Texas
Median yearly pay for directors.
| Dallas, TX | $83,260 |
Related jobs in Houston
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Social Worker | $82,610 |
| Educational | $75,930 |
| Health Education Specialist | $75,350 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $71,900 |
| Substance Abuse | $67,370 |
| Clergy | $61,010 |
| Child | $56,670 |
| Counselor | $54,450 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $51,820 |
| Rehabilitation Counselor | $50,990 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a director make an hour in Houston?
The median hourly pay in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area is $40.13 ($83,480 a year).
Do directors make more in Houston than the national average?
Yes: $83,480 against $52,100 nationally, 60% more.
How does Houston compare with the rest of Texas?
The median in Texas is $75,420, so Houston pays 11% more.
Where does Houston rank for director pay?
3 of 85 metro areas with data.
How much does a director make starting out in Houston?
The lowest-paid 10% make $50,140 or less a year; the top 10% make $124,600 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.