As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Elevator Operator in Texas is $44,934, equivalent to $22 per hour, $864 weekly, or $3,745 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Elevator Operator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Elevator Operator in Texas vary widely, spanning from $37,842 to $51,505. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,222) and 75th percentile ($48,374), while top earners (90th percentile) make $51,505 per year. This $7,152 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Machine Operation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Texas Elevator Operator often earn 2.5% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 50 companies. However, Texas currently ranks 25 nationwide for Elevator 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
Elevator Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $37,842 TX October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $41,222 TX October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $44,934 TX October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $48,374 TX October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $51,505 TX October 01, 2026
25% $41,222 10% $37,842 90% $51,505 75% $48,374 $44,934 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Abbott, TX Avg. Salary $43,196 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Abernathy, TX Avg. Salary $42,712 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Abilene, TX Avg. Salary $42,232 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Ace, TX Avg. Salary $43,583 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Ackerly, TX Avg. Salary $42,592 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Addison, TX Avg. Salary $47,219 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Adkins, TX Avg. Salary $44,592 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Adrian, TX Avg. Salary $42,665 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Afton, TX Avg. Salary $42,553 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Agua Dulce, TX Avg. Salary $44,032 Date Updated October 01, 2026
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    Elevator Operator

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Machine Operator II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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