Cartographers and Photogrammetrists Salary in Texas (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Cartographers and Photogrammetrists in Texas, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Texas Median
$73,970
per year
Hourly Rate
$35.56
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-9% vs US median
US median $81,390
State Rank
#27 of 41
1,780 employed here

How much do Cartographers and Photogrammetrists make in Texas?

Cartographers and Photogrammetrists in Texas take home a median of $73,970 annually — roughly $35.56 an hour — which runs 9% below the national median of $81,390.

Within Texas, entry-level pay starts around $43,040 while the top 10% make $138,390 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $59,280 and $106,570 a year.

Cartographers and Photogrammetrists salary range in Texas

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$43,040$20.69
25th percentile (early career)$59,280$28.50
50th percentile (median)$73,970$35.56
75th percentile (experienced)$106,570$51.24
90th percentile (top earners)$138,390$66.53

How Texas compares

Texas ranks 27th out of 41 states and territories for Cartographers and Photogrammetrists pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1California$102,780
2Minnesota$99,850
3Washington$96,100
4Nevada$93,560
5Massachusetts$92,230

Working as Cartographers and Photogrammetrists in Texas

Nationally, about 14,000 people work as Cartographers and Photogrammetrists in the United States. A certificate or diploma program (usually 6 to 18 months) is the typical entry path.

Considering a move? Compare Texas pay ($73,970) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much do Cartographers and Photogrammetrists make in Texas?
The median Cartographers and Photogrammetrists salary in Texas is $73,970 per year, or about $35.56 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $43,040 at the entry level to $138,390 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Texas pay compare to the national average?
Texas pays Cartographers and Photogrammetrists about 9% less than the national median of $81,390. Texas ranks 27th out of 41 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Texas a good state for Cartographers and Photogrammetrists?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $73,970 a year. About 1,780 Cartographers and Photogrammetrists are employed in Texas. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Texas?
The highest-paying occupations in Texas include Cardiologist ($410,150), Neurologist ($360,640), Physician, Pathologists ($345,830), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.