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Special Education Teachers, Secondary School Salary in Texas
Ranked #27 of 51 · TX
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of special education teachers, secondary schools in Texas earn between $52,270 and $77,700. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean special education teachers, secondary school salary in Texas is $66,450, about 14% below the U.S. average ($77,260). That works out to roughly $32/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midland, TX | $77,480 | $74,470 | 60 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $69,210 | $68,940 | 2,150 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $66,440 | $68,300 | 2,670 |
| El Paso, TX | $64,500 | $64,890 | 310 |
| Laredo, TX | $63,960 | $60,640 | 340 |
| McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX | $63,760 | $67,150 | 540 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX | $63,740 | $71,910 | 990 |
| Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX | $63,350 | $62,070 | 110 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do special education teachers, secondary school make in Texas?
The median special education teachers, secondary school salary in Texas is $64,830 per year (mean $66,450), and about 80% earn between $52,270 and $77,700.
How much do special education teachers, secondary school make per hour in Texas?
Roughly $32 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $66,450 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Texas a high-paying state for special education teachers, secondary school?
Texas ranks #27 of 51 states for special education teachers, secondary school pay. Its mean salary of $66,450 is about 14% below the U.S. average of $77,260.
Which metro areas in Texas pay special education teachers, secondary school the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Texas for special education teachers, secondary school are Midland, TX ($77,480), Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX ($69,210), Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX ($66,440), by median annual wage.
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