Commercial Divers Salary in Houston, TX

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

Median annual salary $58,490 -4.3% vs national
Median hourly $28.12
10th percentile $44,460
90th percentile $61,020
National median $61,130

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,460
    25th
    $49,620
    50th (median)
    $58,490
    75th
    $60,900
    90th
    $61,020

    Houston economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $80,458 2023 • Census ACS
    Commercial Divers salary vs area income 73% Median Commercial Divers salary is 27% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Commercial Divers make per hour in Houston?

    The median hourly wage for Commercial Divers in Houston, TX is $28.12, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.11 or more per hour.

    Is Houston above or below average for Commercial Divers salaries?

    The median Commercial Divers salary in Houston, TX is 4.3% below the national median of $61,130. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Commercial Divers in Houston?

    Entry-level Commercial Divers (10th percentile) earn around $44,460 per year in Houston, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,620.