As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Control Technician in Houston, TX is $63,285, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,217 weekly, or $5,274 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Process Control Technician in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Process Control Technician in Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $45,422 to $73,816. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($53,935) and 75th percentile ($68,797), while top earners (90th percentile) make $73,816 per year. This $14,862 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Field Testing, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Houston Process Control Technician often earn 2.3% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 356 statewide for Process Control Technician 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
Process Control Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Process Control Technician Salary $45,422 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Control Technician Salary $53,935 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Control Technician Salary $63,285 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Control Technician Salary $68,797 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Control Technician Salary $73,816 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
25% $53,935 10% $45,422 90% $73,816 75% $68,797 $63,285 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Process Control Technician

    1 - 3 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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    Testing Technician, Sr.

    3 - 5 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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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 Process Control Technician in Houston, TX. The base salary for Process Control Technician ranges from $53,935 to $68,797 with the average base salary of $63,285. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $59,729 to $82,820 with the average total cash compensation of $69,750.

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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

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