Bridge and Lock Tenders Salary in Texas
Bridge and Lock Tenders in Texas earn a median of $45,820 a year, −21% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $45,820
- vs. U.S. median
- −21% ($57,700)
- Rank among states
- 20 of 23
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range in Texas
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,850; the top 10% earn over $74,240. Nationally the range is $28,090 to $75,360.
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Bridge and Lock Tenders pay in Texas
How much do bridge and lock tenders make in Texas?
The median is $45,820 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,850 and the top 10% earn over $74,240. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Texas a good state for bridge and lock tenders?
On pay alone it ranks 20 of 23 (−21% vs. the national median of $57,700). Living costs are not included.