📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

Proofreader and Copy Marker Salary in Texas (2026)

Texas · 5.0% below national average · Low Demand

Average
$42,066
per year
Median
$39,216
per year
Hourly
$20.22
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$27,816
25th Percentile — Junior$35,416
50th Percentile — Median$39,216
75th Percentile — Senior$52,516
90th Percentile — Top Earners$58,803
💡 Top-earning Proofreader and Copy Markers in Texas make up to $58,803 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
$39.0k
2021
$39.6k
2022
$40.2k
2023
$40.8k
2024
$41.4k
2025
$42.1k
2026
📈 Proofreader and Copy Marker salaries in Texas have followed the national trend with 1.5% annual growth. The strong presence in Texas's job market supports continued salary increases.
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Proofreader and Copy Marker Salary by City in Texas
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Houston $40,804 -3.0% Low
San Antonio $37,859 -10.0% Low
Dallas $41,645 -1.0% Low
Austin $45,431 +8.0% Low
Fort Worth $40,383 -4.0% Low
El Paso $34,494 -18.0% Low
Arlington $40,804 -3.0% Low
Corpus Christi $36,597 -13.0% Low
Plano $42,907 +2.0% Low
Laredo $33,653 -20.0% Low
Lubbock $34,494 -18.0% Low
Garland $39,963 -5.0% Low
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Proofreader and Copy Marker Job Market in Texas
Key factors affecting compensation

Texas is home to a strong job market for Proofreader and Copy Markers. The state's key industries — Energy, Technology, Healthcare — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $42,066 per year, Texas's Proofreader and Copy Marker 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 $27,816–$35,416, while experienced Proofreader and Copy Markers can command $52,516–$58,803.

Looking ahead, the Proofreader and Copy Marker profession in Texas is projected to grow at 1.5% 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 Proofreader and Copy Marker salary in Texas is $42,066 per year in 2026, which is 5.0% below the national average of $44,280.
  • Major metro areas typically pay Proofreader and Copy Markers 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 Proofreader and Copy Marker employment.
  • At $42,066/year, Texas Proofreader and Copy Marker salaries are 5.0% lower than the national average of $44,280/year.