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Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School Salary in Texas
Ranked #35 of 51 · TX
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary schools in Texas earn between $50,030 and $74,240. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school salary in Texas is $63,310, about 12.9% below the U.S. average ($72,650). That works out to roughly $30/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $65,080 | $65,300 | 12,680 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $64,830 | $66,270 | 15,810 |
| El Paso, TX | $64,000 | $70,320 | 2,380 |
| McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX | $62,600 | $61,430 | 1,530 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | $62,230 | $62,190 | 3,670 |
| Killeen-Temple, TX | $62,190 | $62,820 | 700 |
| Laredo, TX | $61,780 | $61,930 | 150 |
| Border Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $61,460 | $60,410 | 430 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make in Texas?
The median special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school salary in Texas is $62,330 per year (mean $63,310), and about 80% earn between $50,030 and $74,240.
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make per hour in Texas?
Roughly $30 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $63,310 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Texas a high-paying state for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school?
Texas ranks #35 of 51 states for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school pay. Its mean salary of $63,310 is about 12.9% below the U.S. average of $72,650.
Which metro areas in Texas pay special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Texas for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school are Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX ($65,080), Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX ($64,830), El Paso, TX ($64,000), by median annual wage.
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