How much does a transportation worker make in Texas?
$52,640a year
Median yearly pay for transportation workers in Texas. That is $25.31 an hour or $4,387 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.31
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,210Median: $52,640Highest 10%: $77,820
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,210 | $14.04 | |
| 25th | $31,270 | $15.03 | |
| Median | $52,640 | $25.31 | |
| 75th | $63,290 | $30.43 | |
| 90th | $77,820 | $37.41 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Houston, TX | $48,430 |
| Dallas, TX | $31,270 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for transportation workers.
| 5. Washington | $58,300 |
| 6. Ohio | $57,010 |
| 7. Massachusetts | $55,200 |
| 8. Texas | $52,640 |
| 9. District of Columbia | $51,730 |
| 10. Arkansas | $51,720 |
| 11. Virginia | $51,110 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a transportation worker make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $25.31 ($52,640 a year).
Do transportation workers make more in Texas than the national average?
Yes: $52,640 against $45,650 nationally, 15% more.
Where does Texas rank for transportation worker pay?
Texas ranks 8 of 36 states.
Which city in Texas pays transportation workers the most?
Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX, with a median of $48,430 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.