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Teacher Salary in Austin, TX

Average annual salary for K-12 teachers. Updated March 2026 with data from BLS, U.S. Census Bureau, and industry surveys.

Average Annual Salary
$44.800$78.400
+12% vs national average
$44.800$61.600$78.400
LowNational avg: $55.000High

Austin vs State & National Average

CategoryAustinTexas AvgNational Avg
Average salary$61.600$61.270$55.000
Low estimate$44.800$45.953$41.250
High estimate$78.400$79.651$71.500

Salary by Experience Level

ItemLowHigh
Low estimate$40.000$48.000
Average$49.500$60.500
High estimate$56.000$70.000

Teacher Salary in Nearby Cities

San Antonio, TX
$49.500
-10% vs national
Houston, TX
$52.800
-4% vs national
Corpus Christi, TX
$48.400
-12% vs national
Fort Worth, TX
$51.700
-6% vs national
Arlington, TX
$52.800
-4% vs national

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does teacher salary cost in Austin?

In Austin, TX, teacher salary typically costs between $44.800 and $78.400. The average is $61.600, which is 12% above the national average.

Is Austin expensive for teacher salary?

Austin has a cost-of-living index of 112 (100 = national average). Teacher Salary costs are 12% higher than the national average of $55.000.

What factors affect teacher salary costs in Austin?

Key factors include local labor costs, cost of materials, market competition, Texas state regulations, and Austin's overall cost of living (index: 112/100). Prices can also vary by season and specific requirements.