Mascot Handler Salary in Austin, Texas

How much does a Mascot Handler make in Austin, TX?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Mascot Handler in Austin, TX is $28,761. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $26,773 to $32,659, with most professionals earning between $24,963 and $36,208.

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What is a Mascot Handler?

A Mascot Handler is responsible for the care and management of a company or organization's mascot. This includes ensuring the mascot's costume is clean and in good condition, coordinating the mascot's appearances at events and performances, and providing support and guidance to the individual wearing the costume. The Mascot Handler may also be responsible for training and supervising the mascot performer, as well as maintaining the mascot's schedule and coordinating with event organizers. Additionally, the Mascot Handler may be involved in developing and executing promotional strategies to enhance the mascot's visibility and impact. This role requires strong organizational and communication skills, as well as the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

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Common responsibilities of a Mascot Handler

Help the mascot navigate through crowds and interact with fans in a positive and engaging manner.

September 05, 2023

Represent the organization in a professional and positive manner while working as a mascot handler.

September 10, 2023

Serve as a liaison between the mascot and event organizers, ensuring all requirements and expectations are met.

September 11, 2023

Care for and maintain the mascot costume, ensuring it is clean and in good condition for each appearance.

September 12, 2023

Help the mascot communicate effectively with fans and event attendees, using gestures and body language as needed.

September 17, 2023

Assist the mascot in putting on and taking off the costume, ensuring it is worn properly and safely.

September 25, 2023

Accompany the mascot to events and appearances, providing support and guidance as needed.

September 30, 2023

Assist with the coordination and scheduling of mascot appearances and events.

October 18, 2023

Assist with the development and execution of new routines and performances for the mascot.

October 19, 2023

Monitor the mascot's physical condition and well-being during appearances, providing breaks and hydration as needed.

November 24, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Mascot Handler in Austin, TX

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

26773

32659

28761

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

29784

36327

32003

What is the average salary for Mascot Handler in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Mascot Handler in Austin, TX. The base salary for Mascot Handler ranges from $26,773 to $32,659 with the average base salary of $28,761. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $29,784 to $36,327 with the average total cash compensation of $32,003.

View Average Salary for Mascot Handler as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$28,761	$26,773 - $32,659
Bonus	$3,242	$3,011 - $3,668
Total Pay	$32,003	$29,784 - $36,327

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Mascot Handler Salary Near Austin, TX

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Austin, TX
CITY, STATE Round Rock, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $26,673 - $32,537	COMPARE TO Austin, TX
CITY, STATE Killeen, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $24,586 - $29,991	COMPARE TO Austin, TX
CITY, STATE Temple, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $24,429 - $29,799	COMPARE TO Austin, TX
CITY, STATE San Antonio, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $25,180 - $30,716	COMPARE TO Austin, TX
CITY, STATE Waco, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $24,212 - $29,535	COMPARE TO Austin, TX
CITY, STATE Houston, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $26,992 - $32,926	COMPARE TO Austin, TX

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About Austin, Texas

Austin is the capital of the U.S. state of Texas and the seat of Travis County, with portions extending into Hays and Williamson counties. It is the 11th-most populous city in the United States and the 4th-most populous city in Texas. It is also the fastest growing large city in the United States, the second most populous state capital after Phoenix, Arizona, and the southernmost state capital in the contiguous United States. As of the U.S. Census Bureau's July 1, 2017 estimate, Austin had a population of 950,715 up from 790,491 at the 2010 census. The city is the cultural and economic center ...

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