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Curators Salary in Texas
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Curators make in Texas?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$59,990
Median Annual Salary
▲
+1.6% vs 2024
$64,880
Mean Salary
$59,990
Median Salary
$28.84
Hourly Rate
690 people work as Curators in Texas
Curators salary by percentile in Texas
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Curators in Texas earn a median salary of $59,990 per year ($4,999/month).
This is 4.8% below the national average of $63,010.
Texas ranks #28 out of 49 states for Curators pay.
Approximately 690 people work in this occupation across Texas.
Salaries increased by 1.6% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Curators
Administer collections, such as artwork, collectibles, historic items, or scientific specimens of museums or other institutions. May conduct instructional, research, or public service activities of institution.
Top Skills
Reading Comprehension
4.0
Speaking
4.0
Active Listening
3.88
Writing
3.88
Critical Thinking
3.75
Key Knowledge Areas
English Language
4.57
History and Archeology
4.52
Fine Arts
3.76
Administration and Management
3.33
Sociology and Anthropology
3.3
Typical Education: Master's Degree
(44.0% of workers)
Salaries for Curators in Texas range from $43,040 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $93,860 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $50,120 and $77,350.
Median $59,990
P10: $43,040P25: $50,120P75: $77,350P90: $93,860
10th
$43,040
25th
$50,120
Median
$59,990
75th
$77,350
90th
$93,860
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$43,040
$20.69
$3,586
25th Percentile
$50,120
$24.10
$4,176
Median (50th)
$59,990
$28.84
$4,999
75th Percentile
$77,350
$37.19
$6,445
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$93,860
$45.12
$7,821
Note: The mean (average) salary of $64,880 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Curators in Texas is $59,990 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $64,880.
What is the salary range for a Curators in Texas?
Salaries for Curators in Texas range from $43,040 at the 10th percentile to $93,860 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $50,120 and $77,350.
What is the starting salary for a Curators in Texas?
Entry-level Curators positions in Texas typically start around $43,040 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $50,120 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Curators in Texas?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 690 people are employed as Curators in Texas.
What is the hourly rate for a Curators in Texas?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Curators in Texas is approximately $28.84 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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