Brickmasons and Blockmasons Salary in Texas
In Texas, brickmasons and blockmasons earn $51,020 at the median, or about $24.53 an hour. The range runs from $38K at the entry level to $61K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Texas. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $51K get you in Texas?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Texas
Entry-level brickmasons and blockmasons (10th percentile) start around $38K. Mid-career wages sit at $51K. Top earners bring in $61K or more, a $23K spread from bottom to top.
Brickmasons and Blockmasons salary by metro in Texas
7 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington | $54K | +6% | 1,650 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels | $53K | +4% | 530 |
| Lubbock | $51K | -0% | 60 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands | $50K | -2% | 990 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos | $50K | -3% | 320 |
| College Station-Bryan | $47K | -8% | 40 |
| El Paso | $41K | -19% | 70 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do brickmasons and blockmasons make in Texas?
The median is $51,020 a year, that works out to about $25 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $37,820, and experienced brickmasons and blockmasons can clear $60,810. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $51K enough to live in Texas?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,586/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,415/month, which eats 39.5% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a brickmasons and blockmasons salary go in Texas?
Texas has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median brickmasons and blockmasons salary is worth about $55,766 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do brickmasons and blockmasons get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.