Is Houston a strong pay market for Janitors?

At a $30,650 median, Houston is $6,190 (17%) below the national median. The U.S. median is $36,840. Jobeezy shows you which local employers actually pay at the top of that band before you apply.

How can I earn more as a Janitor in Houston?

Target employers paying toward the $36,770 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Janitor openings in Houston and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.

Janitor Salary in Houston, TX

Median: $14.74/hour ($30,650/year) — $6,190 (17%) below the national median. Range: $26,680–$36,770.

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Last updated: 2026-07-04 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · National Janitor salary guide

The median Janitor salary in Houston, TX is $14.74/hour ($30,650/year) ($6,190 (17%) below the national median), with a typical range of $26,680–$36,770. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

Salary stats
Metric	Value	Source
Median	$14.74/hour ($30,650/year)	BLS
Range	$26,680–$36,770	BLS

### Key facts for Janitor in Houston Median pay and comparison. - Median is the middle value. - Data from BLS.

Janitor Salary in Houston vs. National Average

25th Pct (Houston) $26,680

Median (Houston) $30,650

75th Pct (Houston) $36,770

National median: $36,840/yr. Houston is $6,190 (17%) below the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area (SOC 37-2011, Janitor).

Janitor pay in Houston, TX — common questions

How much does a Janitor make in Houston, TX?: The median Janitor salary in Houston, TX is $14.74/hour ($30,650/year) ($6,190 (17%) below the national median), with a typical range of $26,680–$36,770 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
Is Houston a strong pay market for Janitors?: At a $30,650 median, Houston is $6,190 (17%) below the national median. The U.S. median is $36,840. Jobeezy shows you which local employers actually pay at the top of that band before you apply.
How can I earn more as a Janitor in Houston?: Target employers paying toward the $36,770 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Janitor openings in Houston and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.

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