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Material Handler

Average Material Handler with Picking Skills Hourly Pay in Houston, Texas

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$15.55
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Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$12.23
MEDIAN
$15.55
90%
$19.62

The average hourly pay for a Material Handler is $15.55 in 2025

Hourly Rate
$12 - $20
Total Pay
$25k - $41k
Based on 16 salary profiles (last updated Nov 04 2022)
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What Do Material Handlers Do?

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Common Health Benefits for a Material Handler

Medical
60%
Dental
60%
Vision
50%
None
40%

Gender Breakdown for Material Handlers

Male
71.4%
Female
28.6%
This data is based on 7 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Material Handlers

What is the highest pay for Material Handlers in Houston?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Material Handler in Houston is $19.62 / hour

What is the lowest pay for Material Handlers in Houston?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Material Handler in Houston is $12.23 / hour

How can Material Handlers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Material Handler is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Material Handler that oversees more junior Material Handlers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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What your skills are worth in the job market is constantly changing.
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