As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Quality Engineer Technician in Houston, TX is $52,901, equivalent to $25 per hour, $1,017 weekly, or $4,408 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Quality Engineer Technician in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Quality Engineer Technician in Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $45,885 to $62,750. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($49,229) and 75th percentile ($58,056), while top earners (90th percentile) make $62,750 per year. This $8,827 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Repairing, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Houston Quality Engineer Technician often earn 2.1% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 360 statewide for Quality Engineer 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
Quality Engineer Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Quality Engineer Technician Salary $45,885 Houston, TX November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Quality Engineer Technician Salary $49,229 Houston, TX November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Quality Engineer Technician Salary $52,901 Houston, TX November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Quality Engineer Technician Salary $58,056 Houston, TX November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Quality Engineer Technician Salary $62,750 Houston, TX November 01, 2026
25% $49,229 10% $45,885 90% $62,750 75% $58,056 $52,901 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    0 - 1 years experience
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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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