How much does a slaughterer and meat packer make in Texas?
$43,160a year
Median yearly pay for slaughterer and meat packers in Texas. That is $20.75 an hour or $3,597 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.75
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 2,950
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,270Median: $43,160Highest 10%: $49,910
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,270 | $13.11 | |
| 25th | $34,320 | $16.50 | |
| Median | $43,160 | $20.75 | |
| 75th | $48,320 | $23.23 | |
| 90th | $49,910 | $24.00 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Corpus Christi, TX | $49,460 |
| Austin, TX | $45,220 |
| Dallas, TX | $42,070 |
| Tyler, TX | $39,620 |
| San Antonio, TX | $36,580 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for slaughterer and meat packers.
| 16. Iowa | $43,820 |
| 17. Indiana | $43,770 |
| 18. Minnesota | $43,360 |
| 19. Texas | $43,160 |
| 20. Vermont | $42,220 |
| 21. Idaho | $40,370 |
| 22. Louisiana | $40,120 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a slaughterer and meat packer make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $20.75 ($43,160 a year).
Do slaughterer and meat packers make more in Texas than the national average?
Yes: $43,160 against $40,130 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Texas rank for slaughterer and meat packer pay?
Texas ranks 19 of 47 states.
Which city in Texas pays slaughterer and meat packers the most?
Corpus Christi, TX, with a median of $49,460 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.