How much does a tank car make in Texas?
$61,170a year
Median yearly pay for tank cars in Texas. That is $29.41 an hour or $5,098 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.41
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 1,620
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,680Median: $61,170Highest 10%: $93,070
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,680 | $21.96 | |
| 25th | $51,470 | $24.75 | |
| Median | $61,170 | $29.41 | |
| 75th | $79,340 | $38.14 | |
| 90th | $93,070 | $44.75 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Corpus Christi, TX | $81,920 |
| Dallas, TX | $76,850 |
| Houston, TX | $61,220 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for tank cars.
| 9. California | $68,600 |
| 10. New Jersey | $64,890 |
| 11. North Dakota | $61,210 |
| 12. Texas | $61,170 |
| 13. Louisiana | $58,900 |
| 14. Michigan | $57,900 |
| 15. Missouri | $57,750 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a tank car make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $29.41 ($61,170 a year).
Do tank cars make more in Texas than the national average?
Yes: $61,170 against $58,870 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Texas rank for tank car pay?
Texas ranks 12 of 35 states.
Which city in Texas pays tank cars the most?
Corpus Christi, TX, with a median of $81,920 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.