Athletes and Sports Competitors Salary in Houston, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX

Median annual salary $76,070 +22% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $28,340
90th percentile —
Employed locally 450
National median $62,360

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,340
    25th
    $60,930
    50th (median)
    $76,070
    75th
    $214,690

    Houston economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $80,458 2023 • Census ACS
    Athletes and Sports Competitors salary vs area income 95% Median Athletes and Sports Competitors salary is 5% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Athletes and Sports Competitors

    Metro areaMedian salary
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $214,630
    New Jersey $214,630
    Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX $213,470
    Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN $210,860
    Salt Lake City-Murray, UT $197,140
    Utah $178,920

    Nearby metros — Athletes and Sports Competitors salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX $213,470
    Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX $94,660

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Public Relations Specialists$62,580
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    Graphic Designers$56,380
    Interpreters and Translators$39,320
    Editors$29,040

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Athletes and Sports Competitors make per hour in Houston?

    The median hourly wage for Athletes and Sports Competitors in Houston, TX is —, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make — or more per hour.

    Is Houston above or below average for Athletes and Sports Competitors salaries?

    The median Athletes and Sports Competitors salary in Houston, TX is 22% above the national median of $62,360. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Athletes and Sports Competitors in Houston?

    Entry-level Athletes and Sports Competitors (10th percentile) earn around $28,340 per year in Houston, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $60,930.