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Special Education Teachers, Preschool Salary in Texas
Ranked #20 of 45 · TX
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of special education teachers, preschools in Texas earn between $39,090 and $94,410. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean special education teachers, preschool salary in Texas is $68,700, about 10.1% below the U.S. average ($76,380). That works out to roughly $33/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX | $85,200 | $85,980 | 60 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $74,110 | $76,240 | 750 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $66,240 | $70,800 | 280 |
| North Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $62,840 | $66,420 | 100 |
| Northwestern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $60,450 | $63,590 | 50 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | $59,340 | $57,830 | 310 |
| Hill Country Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $58,680 | $63,410 | 40 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do special education teachers, preschool make in Texas?
The median special education teachers, preschool salary in Texas is $65,680 per year (mean $68,700), and about 80% earn between $39,090 and $94,410.
How much do special education teachers, preschool make per hour in Texas?
Roughly $33 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $68,700 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Texas a high-paying state for special education teachers, preschool?
Texas ranks #20 of 45 states for special education teachers, preschool pay. Its mean salary of $68,700 is about 10.1% below the U.S. average of $76,380.
Which metro areas in Texas pay special education teachers, preschool the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Texas for special education teachers, preschool are McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX ($85,200), Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX ($74,110), Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX ($66,240), by median annual wage.