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Caretaker Couple Jobs in Houston, TX

$33–$53 an hour · Live-in, on site

Quick answer

Caretaker Couple jobs in Houston, TX typically pay $33–$53 an hour (about $5,700–$9,150 a month full time). Live-in positions are common, with a usual schedule of live-in, on site. Employers ask for property care or estate experience and a criminal background check. Register with AvailJob to be matched with families hiring in Houston.

Typical pay
$33–$53
per hour
Full-time monthly
$5,700–$9,150
about 40 hours a week
Live-in
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Open caretaker couple positions in Houston

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About caretaker couple jobs in Houston

Caretaker Couple jobs in Houston, TX are household positions: a caretaker couple is a couple who live on a property and look after the house, grounds and security together. Families hiring in Houston range from young professionals in the city centre to established households across Greater Houston Area.

Houston is known for energy, petrochemicals, aerospace, and the Texas Medical Center, and many of the families who hire domestic staff here work for employers such as ExxonMobil, Shell, Chevron, Houston Methodist, and NASA Johnson Space Center. Houston's Texas Medical Center is the largest medical complex in the world with 60+ institutions.

Main duties

  • Maintain and secure the property
  • Look after gardens, pools and outbuildings
  • Clean and prepare the house for visits
  • Supervise contractors
  • Receive guests and deliveries

Caretaker Couple pay in Houston

Household incomes in Houston are shaped by an average local salary of around $65,000, which is why caretaker couple pay here sits slightly below the USA average. Pay rises with experience, references, live-in flexibility and extra duties such as driving or cooking.

Household roles in HoustonTypical pay ranges, per hour. Caretaker Couple highlighted.
Caretaker Couple$33–$53
House Maid$15–$24
Caretaker Couple pay across USATypical ranges in the largest cities, per hour.
New York City$38–$62
Los Angeles$35–$57
Chicago$34–$55
Houston$33–$53
Dallas$33–$54
Miami$32–$52

Indicative ranges for 2026 based on local salary levels and published household pay; individual offers vary.

A day as a caretaker couple

Typical day — Caretaker CoupleAn example day — real schedules are agreed with each family.
  1. 7:00Breakfast & household start
  2. 9:30Cleaning & maintenance
  3. 12:30Lunch
  4. 15:00Garden, errands, laundry
  5. 18:30Dinner & lock-up

Why work in Houston?

The local job market is growing at 3.8% annually, so demand for reliable household staff keeps rising as more dual-income families move to Houston.

Houston is often described as “Energy Capital of the World”, and its households expect a professional standard of service.

Requirements

What families ask for

  • Property care or estate experience
  • Practical maintenance skills
  • References
  • Right to work for both partners

Working in United States

  • Right to work in United States: Workers must be authorised to work in the United States, and employers complete Form I-9 to verify eligibility.
  • Checks: employers usually ask for a criminal background check, identity and Social Security verification, a motor-vehicle record for driving roles and, for childcare, a sex-offender registry search.
  • Minimum pay: wages must meet the federal minimum wage or the higher state and city minimum, whichever applies.
  • Contract: A written work agreement covering duties, hours, pay, overtime, paid time off, termination notice and confidentiality prevents most disputes.

Live-in or live-out?

Live-in caretaker couple roles in Houston normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package. Live-out roles pay the full hourly rate, and families often add travel costs for early starts.

How to get hired

  1. Register

    Create your profile with your caretaker couple experience, availability and references.

  2. Verification

    Complete USA right-to-work and background checks.

  3. Interview & trial

    Meet the family and work a short, paid trial day.

  4. Contract & start

    Agree pay, hours and leave in writing before you start.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a caretaker couple earn in Houston, TX?

Caretaker Couple jobs in Houston, TX typically pay $33–$53 an hour (about $5,700–$9,150 a month full time). Experience, live-in arrangements, hours and extra duties move pay within this range.

Are there live-in caretaker couple jobs in Houston?

Live-in positions are common. Live-in caretaker couple roles in Houston normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package.

What do I need to work as a caretaker couple in USA?

Employers ask for property care or estate experience, practical maintenance skills and a criminal background check. You must also have the right to work in United States.

What does a caretaker couple do day to day?

A caretaker couple is a couple who live on a property and look after the house, grounds and security together. Typical duties include maintain and secure the property, look after gardens, pools and outbuildings, clean and prepare the house for visits.

How do I apply for caretaker couple jobs in Houston on AvailJob?

Register your profile with your experience, availability and references. When a family in Houston hires for this role, you are matched and contacted.

What hours does a caretaker couple work?

A typical schedule is live-in, on site. Hours, days off and overtime should be written into your contract.