Salary distribution
Where Houston bill and account collectors fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $34,890 and $49,270, with a median of $43,210.
Typical entry
Education
High school diploma
Experience
None
On-the-job training
Moderate-term on-the-job training
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.1 / 5
English Language
Knowledge
- 3.9 / 5
Active Listening
Basic skill
- 3.9 / 5
Speaking
Basic skill
- 3.8 / 5
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge
- 3.8 / 5
Oral Expression
Ability
- 3.8 / 5
Oral Comprehension
Ability
- 3.6 / 5
Written Comprehension
Ability
- 3.6 / 5
Speech Recognition
Ability
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Record information about financial status of customers and status of collection efforts.
- 02
Locate and notify customers of delinquent accounts by mail, telephone, or personal visits to solicit payment.
- 03
Locate and monitor overdue accounts, using computers and a variety of automated systems.
- 04
Arrange for debt repayment or establish repayment schedules, based on customers' financial situations.
- 05
Advise customers of necessary actions and strategies for debt repayment.
- 06
Answer customer questions regarding problems with their accounts.
- 07
Persuade customers to pay amounts due on credit accounts, damage claims, or nonpayable checks, or to return merchandise.
- 08
Confer with customers by telephone or in person to determine reasons for overdue payments and to review the terms of sales, service, or credit contracts.
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How the Houston metro compares to other major Texas metro areas for bill and account collectors.
- Austin$47,130
- Dallas$45,610
- San Antonio$43,900
Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Bill and Account Collectors in Houston, Texas?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Bill and Account Collectors in the Houston metropolitan area is $43,210.
- Does Houston pay more than the Texas state average for Bill and Account Collectors?
- The Houston metro median is -2.2% versus the Texas state median of $44,200.
- How does Houston compare to the national median for Bill and Account Collectors?
- The Houston metro median is -6.7% versus the BLS national figure of $46,317.
- What is the salary range for Bill and Account Collectors in Houston?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $29,350 and the 90th-percentile at $61,150 for the Houston metro area.
- What education is required for Bill and Account Collectors?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as High school diploma. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Houston CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.