Chemical Plant and System Operators pay in Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands
In Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands (TX), the median pay for chemical plant and system operators is $50.97 an hour ($106,020 a year). About 1,420 people work in this job there.
That is 36% higher than the U.S. median ($78,120). It is 3% higher than the Texas median ($102,750).
Pay range for chemical plant and system operators in Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands (TX)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $28.81 | $59,920 |
| 25% of workers | $39.03 | $81,180 |
| Half of workers (median) | $50.97 | $106,020 |
| 75% of workers | $58.44 | $121,560 |
| 90% of workers | $60.06 | $124,930 |
Chemical Plant and System Operators pay in Texas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Beaumont-Port Arthur | $117,430 | 0 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands (this page) | $106,020 | 1,420 |
Texas unemployment rate: 4.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for chemical plant and system operators
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -5.2% over ten years, declining · about 1,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands (TX)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders | $79,430 |
| Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers | $84,100 |
| Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators | $51,940 |
| Chemical Engineers | $138,120 |
| Gas Plant Operators | $85,530 |
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