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ByLocal Market Research Team
Reviewed by Indeed Flex Editorial Board
Updated January 15, 2026
Retail
Houston, TX

Grocery Stocker Jobs in Houston

Temp and flexible grocery stocker positions in Houston pay $14.00-$18.20/hr — 5% below the national average, with a cost of living 9% below the U.S. baseline.

$14-$18

Per Hour

$644

Weekly (40hrs)

91

Cost Index

CST

Time Zone

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Quick Facts

Top Industries in Houston

Energy
Healthcare
Logistics
Manufacturing

Monthly Costs

1-Bed Rent$1300
Groceries$330
Transport$85
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About Grocery Stocker Jobs in Houston

Grocery Stockers in Houston earn $14.00-$18.20/hr, below the national average.

Grocery Stockers keep store shelves filled with products, rotate stock for freshness, and ensure aisles are clean and organized in supermarkets and grocery stores.

Most grocery stocker positions in Houston are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

Grocery Stocker Pay: Houston vs Nearby Cities

CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
Houston, TX$14–$18/hr91$1,300
Dallas, TX$14–$19/hr93$1,450
Austin, TX$14–$21/hr103$1,600
Fort Worth, TX$14–$19/hr93$1,250
San Antonio, TX$14–$18/hr91$1,100
Worker Proprietary Metric

Worker Affordability Score

Calculated for Grocery Stocker in Houston

2x
Challenging
81
Hours to pay rent
50%
Rent / gross income
294
Monthly disposable
1% less affordable than US national average

Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.

What You’ll Actually Earn in Houston

Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
Gross monthly$2,789
Est. taxes (~22%)-$614
Take-home$2,175
After Essential Costs
1-Bed Rent$1,300
Groceries + transport$415
Remaining$460

Based on avg Grocery Stocker rate of $16.10/hr at 40 hrs/wk.

Key Responsibilities

  • Stock shelves with products quickly and accurately
  • Rotate stock using FIFO (first in, first out)
  • Check and remove expired products
  • Build displays and end caps
  • Assist customers with product locations

Skills & Requirements

Key Skills
Physical fitness
Organization
Attention to detail
Time management
Teamwork
Requirements
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly
  • Physical stamina
  • Flexible schedule (early mornings/overnights common)
  • Attention to detail for dates and organization

Earnings Calculator for Houston

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$16/hr
$14/hr$18.2/hr
25 hr
5 hr (Part-time)50 hr (Full-time+)
Weekly
$400
Monthly
$1,732
Yearly
$20,800
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Career Path from Grocery Stocker

Grocery Stocker

0-1 years

Department Clerk

1-2 years

Department Manager

2-4 years

Store Manager

4+ years

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Related Resources

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Data Sources & Methodology

The information on this page is compiled from the following sources:

  1. [1]
    BLS QCEW — Employment and wage data at state and county level by industry.Visit
  2. [2]
    BLS CES — Monthly survey of ~670,000 worksites providing industry-level employment and earnings data.Visit
  3. [3]
    Census ACS — Demographic, economic, and housing data for communities.Visit
  4. [4]
    Indeed Hiring Lab — Monthly posted-wage data by job title from Indeed job listings.Visit
  5. [5]
    MWPVL — Comprehensive database of distribution center and warehouse locations.Visit
  6. [6]
    DOL/State Labor Depts — Minimum wage rates, tip credits, licensing requirements, and regulations by state.Visit

Data Freshness

CategoryCost of Living
Last Updated2026-01-15
Next Update2027-01-15

We strive to keep all data accurate and up-to-date. Pay rates may vary based on location, experience, and employer.

About this data

Figures on this page are compiled from the public sources cited above and may be out of date. They are provided for general informational purposes only and do not constitute professional career, legal, tax, or financial advice. For the most current pay rates, verify with the original source, a qualified professional, or check the Indeed Flex app directly for real-time shift availability and compensation.

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