SOC 43-5031 · Texas · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Public Safety Telecommunicators in Texas is $49,209 per year ($23.66/hr). This is 3% lower than the national median of $50,731. The middle 50% earn between $40,877 and $60,952 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $75,761.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $16.62 | $34,561 | -3.0% |
| P25 | $19.65 | $40,877 | -3.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $23.66 | $49,209 | -3.0% |
| P75 | $29.30 | $60,952 | -3.0% |
| P90 | $36.42 | $75,761 | -3.0% |
The overall labor market contracted slightly in February: 5.0M separations vs 4.8M hires. Hiring rate hit 3.1%, the lowest since April 2020. The "Great Stay" persists with quits at 1.9% for 8 consecutive months.
The median (P50) annual salary for Public Safety Telecommunicators in Texas is approximately $49,209, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 3% lower than the national median of $50,731.
Entry-level Public Safety Telecommunicators (10th percentile) in Texas earn approximately $34,561 per year. The 25th percentile is $40,877. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $75,761.
Texas pays 3% lower than the national average. The national P50 is $50,731 vs $49,209 in Texas. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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