As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Asphalt Plant Operator in Texas is $38,101, equivalent to $18 per hour, $733 weekly, or $3,175 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Asphalt Plant Operator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Asphalt Plant Operator in Texas vary widely, spanning from $31,800 to $45,255. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($34,803) and 75th percentile ($41,846), while top earners (90th percentile) make $45,255 per year. This $7,043 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Written Communication or Chemistry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Texas Asphalt Plant Operator often earn 2.5% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 63 companies. However, Texas currently ranks 25 nationwide for Asphalt Plant Operator job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Asphalt Plant Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Asphalt Plant Operator Salary $31,800 TX September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Asphalt Plant Operator Salary $34,803 TX September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Asphalt Plant Operator Salary $38,101 TX September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Asphalt Plant Operator Salary $41,846 TX September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Asphalt Plant Operator Salary $45,255 TX September 01, 2026
25% $34,803 10% $31,800 90% $45,255 75% $41,846 $38,101 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Abbott, TX Avg. Salary $42,516 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Abernathy, TX Avg. Salary $42,040 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Abilene, TX Avg. Salary $41,567 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Ace, TX Avg. Salary $42,897 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Ackerly, TX Avg. Salary $41,922 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Addison, TX Avg. Salary $46,476 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Adkins, TX Avg. Salary $43,890 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Adrian, TX Avg. Salary $41,994 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Afton, TX Avg. Salary $41,883 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Agua Dulce, TX Avg. Salary $43,339 Date Updated September 01, 2026
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    Asphalt Plant Operator

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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