How much does a gas compressor and gas pumping station operator make in Texas?
$82,120a year
Median yearly pay for gas compressor and gas pumping station operators in Texas. That is $39.48 an hour or $6,843 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.48
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 20
- Jobs in the state
- 1,350
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,270Median: $82,120Highest 10%: $94,740
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,270 | $27.53 | |
| 25th | $67,980 | $32.68 | |
| Median | $82,120 | $39.48 | |
| 75th | $91,610 | $44.04 | |
| 90th | $94,740 | $45.55 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Houston, TX | $90,730 |
| Dallas, TX | $79,720 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for gas compressor and gas pumping station operators.
| 4. Ohio | $85,930 |
| 5. Montana | $83,750 |
| 6. Oklahoma | $82,150 |
| 7. Texas | $82,120 |
| 8. Louisiana | $79,970 |
| 9. Michigan | $78,240 |
| 10. Colorado | $76,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a gas compressor and gas pumping station operator make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $39.48 ($82,120 a year).
Do gas compressor and gas pumping station operators make more in Texas than the national average?
Yes: $82,120 against $77,320 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Texas rank for gas compressor and gas pumping station operator pay?
Texas ranks 7 of 20 states.
Which city in Texas pays gas compressor and gas pumping station operators the most?
Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX, with a median of $90,730 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.