Butcher / Meat Cutter in Texas

Butchers cut, trim, and prepare meat products for sale — a skilled trade that's experiencing a renaissance with the growth of artisan butcher shops, whole-animal butchery, and the farm-to-table movement. Experienced butchers at specialty shops command excellent wages and often develop loyal followings.

$37,248 TX Median Salary
5% Growth Rate
1–2 years Training

💰 Butcher / Meat Cutter Salary in Texas

Estimated salary range for Butcher / Meat Cutters in Texas, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$28,000
Median
$37,248
Experienced
$58,000

🎓 Butcher / Meat Cutter Licensing in Texas

Credential required: Food Handler's Card + UFCW Training (union) or Apprenticeship

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the Texas state licensing board before enrolling.

Schools and programs related to Butcher / Meat Cutter in Texas

These listings are shown as related training options for Butcher / Meat Cutter in Texas. Before enrolling, compare program length, total cost, credential outcomes, and how well each option matches local employer demand.

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Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin

📍 Austin, TX

Certificate 2-4yr

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The Culinary School of Fort Worth

📍 Fort Worth, TX

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Culinary Institute Inc

📍 Houston, TX

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Lamar Institute of Technology

📍 Beaumont, TX

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St Philip's College

📍 San Antonio, TX

Certificate 2-4yr

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Texarkana College

📍 Texarkana, TX

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Lee College

📍 Baytown, TX

Certificate 2-4yr

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El Paso Community College

📍 El Paso, TX

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Alvin Community College

📍 Alvin, TX

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Texas State Technical College

📍 Waco, TX

Certificate 1-<2yr

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South Plains College

📍 Levelland, TX

Certificate 2-4yr

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Kilgore College

📍 Kilgore, TX

Certificate 2-4yr

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Lamar State College-Port Arthur

📍 Port Arthur, TX

Certificate 2-4yr

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Northeast Texas Community College

📍 Mount Pleasant, TX

Certificate 2-4yr

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Tarrant County College District

📍 Fort Worth, TX

Certificate 1-<2yr

How to compare these options

  • Look for programs that align with the most common hiring path for Butcher / Meat Cutter in Texas.
  • Ask whether graduates are prepared for any required credential, license, or employer screening step.
  • Compare cost, completion time, and schedule before making a final decision.

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