How much does a tree trimmer and pruner make in Texas?
$39,880a year
Median yearly pay for tree trimmer and pruners in Texas. That is $19.17 an hour or $3,323 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.17
- Vs. national median
- -22%
- Rank among states
- 48 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 4,460
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,610Median: $39,880Highest 10%: $49,220
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,610 | $17.12 | |
| 25th | $38,540 | $18.53 | |
| Median | $39,880 | $19.17 | |
| 75th | $45,820 | $22.03 | |
| 90th | $49,220 | $23.66 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Austin, TX | $45,200 |
| Lubbock, TX | $42,680 |
| Dallas, TX | $39,800 |
| Houston, TX | $39,660 |
| San Antonio, TX | $36,490 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for tree trimmer and pruners.
| 45. Iowa | $42,890 |
| 46. Mississippi | $41,560 |
| 47. Alabama | $41,500 |
| 48. Texas | $39,880 |
| 49. Nebraska | $39,380 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a tree trimmer and pruner make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $19.17 ($39,880 a year).
Do tree trimmer and pruners make more in Texas than the national average?
No: $39,880 against $50,960 nationally, 22% less.
Where does Texas rank for tree trimmer and pruner pay?
Texas ranks 48 of 49 states.
Which city in Texas pays tree trimmer and pruners the most?
Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX, with a median of $45,200 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.