Texas Median
$57,760
per year
Hourly Rate
$27.77
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+4% vs US median
US median $55,290
State Rank
#8 of 27
270 employed here
How much does a Desktop Publisher make in Texas?
A Desktop Publisher working in Texas earns a median salary of $57,760 per year, or about $27.77 per hour. That is 4% above the national median of $55,290 for this occupation.
Within Texas, entry-level pay starts around $33,480 while the top 10% make $72,180 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $43,010 and $69,840 a year.
Desktop Publisher salary range in Texas
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $33,480 | $16.10 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $43,010 | $20.68 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $57,760 | $27.77 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $69,840 | $33.58 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $72,180 | $34.70 |
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How Texas compares
Texas ranks 8th out of 27 states and territories for Desktop Publisher pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Desktop Publisher salary in other states
Colorado $77,750California $71,930Maryland $69,820New Jersey $63,020South Carolina $62,320Illinois $61,350Massachusetts $61,170New York $56,660Minnesota $54,930Vermont $53,550Ohio $53,380Florida $52,720Arizona $52,000Oregon $50,650Indiana $49,070New Hampshire $48,300Louisiana $47,130Maine $47,100Oklahoma $46,040Wisconsin $46,010Kentucky $45,760Michigan $45,300Tennessee $44,440North Carolina $43,700Georgia $39,460Nebraska $36,280
Working as a Desktop Publisher in Texas
Nationally, about 3,000 people work as Desktop Publishers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Texas pay ($57,760) 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 does a Desktop Publisher make in Texas?
The median Desktop Publisher salary in Texas is $57,760 per year, or about $27.77 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $33,480 at the entry level to $72,180 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Texas pay compare to the national average?
Texas pays Desktop Publishers about 4% more than the national median of $55,290. Texas ranks 8th out of 27 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Texas a good state for Desktop Publishers?
Yes on pay — Texas pays above the national median for this occupation, at $57,760 a year. About 270 Desktop Publishers are employed in Texas. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
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.