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Teacher Salary in Dallas, 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
$40.400$70.700
+1% vs national average
$40.400$55.550$70.700
LowNational avg: $55.000High

Dallas vs State & National Average

CategoryDallasTexas AvgNational Avg
Average salary$55.550$55.522$55.000
Low estimate$40.400$41.642$41.250
High estimate$70.700$72.179$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

Plano, TX
$60.500
+10% vs national
Arlington, TX
$52.800
-4% vs national
Fort Worth, TX
$51.700
-6% vs national
Austin, TX
$61.600
+12% vs national
Oklahoma City, OK
$47.850
-13% vs national

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does teacher salary cost in Dallas?

In Dallas, TX, teacher salary typically costs between $40.400 and $70.700. The average is $55.550, which is 1% above the national average.

Is Dallas expensive for teacher salary?

Dallas has a cost-of-living index of 101 (100 = national average). Teacher Salary costs are 1% higher than the national average of $55.000.

What factors affect teacher salary costs in Dallas?

Key factors include local labor costs, cost of materials, market competition, Texas state regulations, and Dallas's overall cost of living (index: 101/100). Prices can also vary by season and specific requirements.