📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

Pipefitter Salary in Texas (2026)

Texas · 5.0% below national average · High Demand

Average
$65,151
per year
Median
$60,306
per year
Hourly
$31.32
per hour
🏛️ Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
📅 Dataset: OES May 2025
🔄 Published: May 2026
📍 Coverage: All 50 States + DC
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Salary Range & Percentiles
Pay distribution across experience levels
10th Percentile — Entry Level$39,723
25th Percentile — Junior$53,456
50th Percentile — Median$60,306
75th Percentile — Senior$84,356
90th Percentile — Top Earners$96,560
💡 Top-earning Pipefitters in Texas make up to $96,560 per year. The job market in Texas is rated strong, with key industries including Energy, Technology, Healthcare.
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Salary Growth Trend (2021–2026)
Six-year compensation trajectory
$56.2k
2021
$57.9k
2022
$59.6k
2023
$61.4k
2024
$63.3k
2025
$65.2k
2026
📈 Pipefitter salaries in Texas have followed the national trend with 3.0% annual growth. The strong demand in Texas's job market supports continued salary increases.
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Pipefitter Salary by City in Texas
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Houston $63,196 -3.0% High
San Antonio $58,636 -10.0% High
Dallas $64,499 -1.0% High
Austin $70,363 +8.0% High
Fort Worth $62,545 -4.0% High
El Paso $53,424 -18.0% High
Arlington $63,196 -3.0% High
Corpus Christi $56,681 -13.0% High
Plano $66,454 +2.0% High
Laredo $52,121 -20.0% High
Lubbock $53,424 -18.0% High
Garland $61,893 -5.0% High
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Pipefitter Job Market in Texas
Key factors affecting compensation

Texas is home to a strong job market for Pipefitters. The state's key industries — Energy, Technology, Healthcare — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $65,151 per year, Texas's Pipefitter salaries are 5.0% lower than the national average.

The cost of living in Texas (index: 0.95) makes salaries stretch further than in higher-cost states. Entry-level professionals in Texas can expect to earn $39,723–$53,456, while experienced Pipefitters can command $84,356–$96,560.

Looking ahead, the Pipefitter profession in Texas is projected to grow at 3.0% annually. Major employers are actively hiring, and the state's investment in Energy continues to drive new opportunities for qualified candidates.

🏛️ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OES) · May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this salary
  • The average Pipefitter salary in Texas is $65,151 per year in 2026, which is 5.0% below the national average of $68,580.
  • Major metro areas typically pay Pipefitters the highest wages in Texas due to higher costs of living and competitive job markets.
  • Texas has a strong job market with major industries in Energy, Technology, Healthcare. This makes it one of the better states for Pipefitter employment.
  • At $65,151/year, Texas Pipefitter salaries are 5.0% lower than the national average of $68,580/year.