How much does a hazardous materials removal worker make in Texas?
$44,390a year
Median yearly pay for hazardous materials removal workers in Texas. That is $21.34 an hour or $3,699 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.34
- Vs. national median
- -10%
- Rank among states
- 43 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,450
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,920Median: $44,390Highest 10%: $60,460
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,920 | $18.23 | |
| 25th | $40,650 | $19.54 | |
| Median | $44,390 | $21.34 | |
| 75th | $48,160 | $23.15 | |
| 90th | $60,460 | $29.07 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Amarillo, TX | $77,580 |
| Austin, TX | $44,880 |
| Dallas, TX | $44,420 |
| Houston, TX | $43,200 |
| San Antonio, TX | $43,170 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | $42,970 |
| Waco, TX | $40,130 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for hazardous materials removal workers.
| 40. Michigan | $46,380 |
| 41. Kansas | $45,530 |
| 42. Virginia | $45,320 |
| 43. Texas | $44,390 |
| 44. Oklahoma | $44,300 |
| 45. Delaware | $44,250 |
| 46. North Carolina | $43,180 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hazardous materials removal worker make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $21.34 ($44,390 a year).
Do hazardous materials removal workers make more in Texas than the national average?
No: $44,390 against $49,450 nationally, 10% less.
Where does Texas rank for hazardous materials removal worker pay?
Texas ranks 43 of 51 states.
Which city in Texas pays hazardous materials removal workers the most?
Amarillo, TX, with a median of $77,580 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.