How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make in Texas?
$45,560a year
Median yearly pay for metal worker and plastic workers in Texas. That is $21.90 an hour or $3,797 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.90
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 26 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 1,410
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,710Median: $45,560Highest 10%: $59,830
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,710 | $16.69 | |
| 25th | $38,830 | $18.67 | |
| Median | $45,560 | $21.90 | |
| 75th | $50,690 | $24.37 | |
| 90th | $59,830 | $28.76 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Corpus Christi, TX | $62,520 |
| Dallas, TX | $48,890 |
| San Antonio, TX | $45,830 |
| El Paso, TX | $40,910 |
| Midland, TX | $39,450 |
| Houston, TX | $38,270 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for metal worker and plastic workers.
| 23. South Carolina | $46,470 |
| 24. Nevada | $46,440 |
| 25. Louisiana | $45,680 |
| 26. Texas | $45,560 |
| 27. Pennsylvania | $45,350 |
| 28. North Carolina | $45,190 |
| 29. Ohio | $45,180 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $21.90 ($45,560 a year).
Do metal worker and plastic workers make more in Texas than the national average?
No: $45,560 against $45,950 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Texas rank for metal worker and plastic worker pay?
Texas ranks 26 of 38 states.
Which city in Texas pays metal worker and plastic workers the most?
Corpus Christi, TX, with a median of $62,520 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.