Lighting Technicians Salary in Texas
Lighting Technicians in Texas make a median of $54,070 a year, or about $25.99 an hour. The range runs from $43K at the entry level to $67K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Texas. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $54K get you in Texas?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Texas
Entry-level lighting technicians (10th percentile) start around $43K. Mid-career wages sit at $54K. Top earners bring in $67K or more, a $23K spread from bottom to top.
Lighting Technicians salary by metro in Texas
2 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos | $54K | +0% | 70 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington | $54K | -1% | 90 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do lighting technicians make in Texas?
The median is $54,070 a year, that works out to about $26 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $43,490, and experienced lighting technicians can clear $66,890. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $54K enough to live in Texas?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,790/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,415/month, which eats 37.3% 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 lighting 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 lighting technicians salary is worth about $59,099 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do lighting 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.