As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Plant Worker in Austin, TX is $52,811, equivalent to $25 per hour, $1,016 weekly, or $4,401 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Plant Worker in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Plant Worker in Austin, TX vary widely, spanning from $40,385 to $63,565. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($46,307) and 75th percentile ($58,440), while top earners (90th percentile) make $63,565 per year. This $12,133 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Preventative Maintenance, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Austin Plant Worker often earn 1.5% lower than national averages. However, Austin currently ranks 383 statewide for Plant Worker 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
Plant Worker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Plant Worker Salary $40,385 Austin, TX May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Plant Worker Salary $46,307 Austin, TX May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Plant Worker Salary $52,811 Austin, TX May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Plant Worker Salary $58,440 Austin, TX May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Plant Worker Salary $63,565 Austin, TX May 01, 2026
25% $46,307 10% $40,385 90% $63,565 75% $58,440 $52,811 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Plant Worker

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    1 - 3 years experience
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Plant Worker in Austin, TX. The base salary for Plant Worker ranges from $46,307 to $58,440 with the average base salary of $52,811. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $55,341 to $73,582 with the average total cash compensation of $63,350.

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