Tree Trimmers and Pruners pay in Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands
In Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands (TX), the median pay for tree trimmers and pruners is $19.07 an hour ($39,660 a year). About 2,120 people work in this job there.
That is 22% lower than the U.S. median ($50,960). It is about the same as the Texas median ($39,880).
Pay range for tree trimmers and pruners in Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands (TX)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.50 | $38,470 |
| 25% of workers | $18.63 | $38,740 |
| Half of workers (median) | $19.07 | $39,660 |
| 75% of workers | $21.71 | $45,160 |
| 90% of workers | $22.03 | $45,820 |
Tree Trimmers and Pruners pay in Texas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos | $45,200 | 700 |
| Lubbock | $42,680 | 30 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington | $39,800 | 800 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands (this page) | $39,660 | 2,120 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels | $36,490 | 220 |
Texas unemployment rate: 4.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for tree trimmers and pruners
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +4.2% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 7,900 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands (TX)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $41,350 |
| Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers | $36,280 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $51,040 |
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