How much does a dredge operator make in Texas?
$65,580a year
Median yearly pay for dredge operators in Texas. That is $31.53 an hour or $5,465 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.53
- Vs. national median
- +32%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 9
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,210Median: $65,580Highest 10%: $75,410
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,210 | $28.47 | |
| 25th | $62,540 | $30.07 | |
| Median | $65,580 | $31.53 | |
| 75th | $72,960 | $35.08 | |
| 90th | $75,410 | $36.25 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Houston, TX | $72,960 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for dredge operators.
| 1. Texas | $65,580 |
| 2. New Jersey | $63,810 |
| 3. Iowa | $57,990 |
| 4. Wisconsin | $54,310 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dredge operator make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $31.53 ($65,580 a year).
Do dredge operators make more in Texas than the national average?
Yes: $65,580 against $49,640 nationally, 32% more.
Where does Texas rank for dredge operator pay?
Texas ranks 1 of 9 states.
Which city in Texas pays dredge operators the most?
Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX, with a median of $72,960 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.