How much does a fish and game warden make in Texas?
$85,980a year
Median yearly pay for fish and game wardens in Texas. That is $41.34 an hour or $7,165 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.34
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 490
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $55,430Median: $85,980Highest 10%: $98,070
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $55,430 | $26.65 | |
| 25th | $80,260 | $38.59 | |
| Median | $85,980 | $41.34 | |
| 75th | $89,970 | $43.25 | |
| 90th | $98,070 | $47.15 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Houston, TX | $85,980 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fish and game wardens.
| 5. Maryland | $89,300 |
| 6. Wisconsin | $89,110 |
| 7. Michigan | $87,460 |
| 8. Texas | $85,980 |
| 9. New York | $80,060 |
| 10. North Dakota | $79,520 |
| 11. Georgia | $79,440 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fish and game warden make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $41.34 ($85,980 a year).
Do fish and game wardens make more in Texas than the national average?
Yes: $85,980 against $74,060 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Texas rank for fish and game warden pay?
Texas ranks 8 of 35 states.
Which city in Texas pays fish and game wardens the most?
Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX, with a median of $85,980 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.