How much does a geological technician make in Texas?
$46,840a year
Median yearly pay for geological technicians in Texas. That is $22.52 an hour or $3,903 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.52
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 32 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 2,190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,790Median: $46,840Highest 10%: $104,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,790 | $14.32 | |
| 25th | $39,300 | $18.89 | |
| Median | $46,840 | $22.52 | |
| 75th | $63,230 | $30.40 | |
| 90th | $104,400 | $50.20 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Houston, TX | $59,630 |
| Austin, TX | $51,460 |
| College Station, TX | $49,740 |
| San Antonio, TX | $49,280 |
| Dallas, TX | $47,710 |
| Beaumont, TX | $46,410 |
| Waco, TX | $41,310 |
| Tyler, TX | $40,130 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | $37,050 |
| Odessa, TX | $31,950 |
| Midland, TX | $29,790 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geological technicians.
| 29. Pennsylvania | $47,380 |
| 30. Arkansas | $47,250 |
| 31. Oklahoma | $46,890 |
| 32. Texas | $46,840 |
| 33. Idaho | $46,680 |
| 34. Alabama | $35,670 |
| 35. Georgia | $34,710 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geological technician make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $22.52 ($46,840 a year).
Do geological technicians make more in Texas than the national average?
No: $46,840 against $53,350 nationally, 12% less.
Where does Texas rank for geological technician pay?
Texas ranks 32 of 35 states.
Which city in Texas pays geological technicians the most?
Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX, with a median of $59,630 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.