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Special Education Teachers, Middle School Salary in Texas
Ranked #31 of 51 · TX
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of special education teachers, middle schools in Texas earn between $50,530 and $77,720. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean special education teachers, middle school salary in Texas is $64,850, about 12.1% below the U.S. average ($73,780). That works out to roughly $31/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Odessa, TX | $67,910 | $65,060 | 30 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $65,970 | $65,950 | 1,760 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $65,870 | $68,190 | 5,610 |
| Midland, TX | $65,130 | $75,010 | 240 |
| El Paso, TX | $64,100 | $67,880 | 370 |
| Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX | $63,110 | $61,830 | 60 |
| Brownsville-Harlingen, TX | $62,720 | $62,270 | 120 |
| Sherman-Denison, TX | $62,350 | $66,750 | 180 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do special education teachers, middle school make in Texas?
The median special education teachers, middle school salary in Texas is $63,360 per year (mean $64,850), and about 80% earn between $50,530 and $77,720.
How much do special education teachers, middle school make per hour in Texas?
Roughly $31 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $64,850 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Texas a high-paying state for special education teachers, middle school?
Texas ranks #31 of 51 states for special education teachers, middle school pay. Its mean salary of $64,850 is about 12.1% below the U.S. average of $73,780.
Which metro areas in Texas pay special education teachers, middle school the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Texas for special education teachers, middle school are Odessa, TX ($67,910), Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX ($65,970), Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX ($65,870), by median annual wage.
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