Museum Technicians and Conservators Salary in Texas
The median pay for a museum technicians and conservators in Texas is $34,320/year ($16.5/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $20K 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 $34K get you in Texas?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Texas
Entry-level museum technicians and conservators (10th percentile) start around $20K. Mid-career wages sit at $34K. Top earners bring in $61K or more, a $41K spread from bottom to top.
Museum Technicians and Conservators salary by metro in Texas
4 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington | $46K | +33% | 200 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos | $43K | +27% | 70 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands | $32K | -8% | 200 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels | $27K | -21% | 90 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do museum technicians and conservators 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 $20,050, and experienced museum technicians and conservators can clear $61,160. 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 museum technicians and conservators 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 museum technicians and conservators salary is worth about $37,512 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do museum technicians and conservators 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.