Broadcast Technicians Salary in Texas
In Texas, broadcast technicians earn $45,070 at the median, or about $21.67 an hour. The range runs from $24K at the entry level to $85K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Texas. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $45K get you in Texas?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Texas
Entry-level broadcast technicians (10th percentile) start around $24K. Mid-career wages sit at $45K. Top earners bring in $85K or more, a $61K spread from bottom to top.
Broadcast Technicians salary by metro in Texas
4 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos | $54K | +21% | 110 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington | $47K | +5% | 360 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands | $45K | +0% | 170 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels | $44K | -3% | 90 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do broadcast technicians make in Texas?
The median is $45,070 a year, that works out to about $22 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $23,990, and experienced broadcast technicians can clear $85,480. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $45K enough to live in Texas?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,188/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,415/month, which eats 44.4% 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 broadcast technicians 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 broadcast technicians salary is worth about $49,262 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do broadcast technicians 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.