Helpers--Roofers Salary in Texas
In Texas, helpers--roofers earn $34,320 at the median, or about $16.5 an hour. The range runs from $29K at the entry level to $38K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Texas. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $34K get you in Texas?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Texas
Entry-level helpers--roofers (10th percentile) start around $29K. Mid-career wages sit at $34K. Top earners bring in $38K or more, a $9K spread from bottom to top.
Helpers--Roofers salary by metro in Texas
1 metro area with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands | $37K | +7% | 140 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do helpers--roofers make in Texas?
The median is $34,320 a year, that works out to about $17 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $29,120, and experienced helpers--roofers can clear $38,470. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $34K enough to live in Texas?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,468/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,415/month, which eats 57.3% 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 helpers--roofers 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 helpers--roofers salary is worth about $37,512 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do helpers--roofers 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.