How much does a Stenographer make in Houston, TX? The average Stenographer salary in Houston, TX is $43,820 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $35,894 and $54,137. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Stenographer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Stenographer Salary $28,677 Houston,TX March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Stenographer Salary $35,894 Houston,TX March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Stenographer Salary $43,820 Houston,TX March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Stenographer Salary $54,137 Houston,TX March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Stenographer Salary $63,530 Houston,TX March 26, 2024
25% $35,894 10% $28,677 90% $63,530 75% $54,137 $43,820 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description for Stenographer

Stenographer takes dictation in shorthand of correspondence, reports, and other related material. May operate a typewriter to transcribe dictated material. Being a Stenographer may require an associate's degree. Requires 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Additionally, Stenographer is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision; typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Little or no degree of creativity and latitude required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Stenographer salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Stenographer, the highest Stenographer salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Stenographer salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Stenographer salary is in Miami, FL, where the Stenographer salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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About Houston, Texas    Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

Houston, Texas  area prices were up 2.3% from a year ago    View the Cost of Living in Houston, Texas

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