Elementary School Teacher Salary in Texas
A elementary school teacher in Texas earns an estimated $62,800 a year ($30.19 an hour). Most workers fall from $42,700 to $91,100, depending on experience and employer.
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Elementary School Teacher pay in Texas
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $42,700 | $20.53 |
| Median (estimate) | $62,800 | $30.19 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $91,100 | $43.80 |
| US national median | $63,700 | $30.63 |
The Texas estimate is 1% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Texas keeps about $52,640 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $2,024.61 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Texas paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a elementary school teacher make in Texas?
About $62,800 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.