How much does a gas plant operator make in Midland?
$79,910a year
Median yearly pay for gas plant operators in the Midland, TX metro area. That is $38.42 an hour or $6,659 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.42
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among cities
- 38 of 51
- Jobs in the area
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,610Median: $79,910Highest 10%: $99,530
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,610 | $25.29 | |
| 25th | $67,110 | $32.26 | |
| Median | $79,910 | $38.42 | |
| 75th | $95,010 | $45.68 | |
| 90th | $99,530 | $47.85 |
Other cities in Texas
Median yearly pay for gas plant operators.
| Houston, TX | $85,530 |
| Dallas, TX | $81,430 |
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Salaries for every job in Midland, TXFrequently asked questions
How much does a gas plant operator make an hour in Midland?
The median hourly pay in the Midland, TX metro area is $38.42 ($79,910 a year).
Do gas plant operators make more in Midland than the national average?
No: $79,910 against $87,820 nationally, 9% less.
How does Midland compare with the rest of Texas?
The median in Texas is $79,910, so Midland pays 0% more.
Where does Midland rank for gas plant operator pay?
38 of 51 metro areas with data.
How much does a gas plant operator make starting out in Midland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $52,610 or less a year; the top 10% make $99,530 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.