As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Deckhand in Houston, TX is $44,995, equivalent to $22 per hour, $865 weekly, or $3,750 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Deckhand in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Deckhand in Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $28,529 to $63,702. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($36,376) and 75th percentile ($54,786), while top earners (90th percentile) make $63,702 per year. This $18,410 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Safety Regulations, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Houston Deckhand often earn 2.3% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 356 statewide for Deckhand 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
Deckhand Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Deckhand Salary $28,529 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Deckhand Salary $36,376 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Deckhand Salary $44,995 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Deckhand Salary $54,786 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Deckhand Salary $63,702 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
25% $36,376 10% $28,529 90% $63,702 75% $54,786 $44,995 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Houston, Texas    Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

Houston, Texas  area prices were up 2.3% from a year ago

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