How much does a social sciences teacher make in Houston?
$79,160a year
Median yearly pay for social sciences teachers in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area. That is $38.06 an hour or $6,597 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.06
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among cities
- 21 of 51
- Jobs in the area
- 280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,510Median: $79,160Highest 10%: $109,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,510 | $21.40 | |
| 25th | $61,390 | $29.51 | |
| Median | $79,160 | $38.06 | |
| 75th | $102,000 | $49.05 | |
| 90th | $109,500 | $52.64 |
Other cities in Texas
Median yearly pay for social sciences teachers.
| Dallas, TX | $80,380 |
| Austin, TX | $80,270 |
| San Antonio, TX | $65,230 |
| Laredo, TX | $46,360 |
Related jobs in Houston
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Specialties Teacher | $131,700 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teacher | $105,800 |
| Engineering Teacher | $105,100 |
| Economics Teacher | $104,500 |
| Business Teacher | $104,300 |
| Architecture Teacher | $103,400 |
| Nursing Instructor and Teacher | $103,000 |
| Political Science Teacher | $103,000 |
| Atmospheric | $102,900 |
| History Teacher | $102,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social sciences teacher make an hour in Houston?
The median hourly pay in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area is $38.06 ($79,160 a year).
Do social sciences teachers make more in Houston than the national average?
Yes: $79,160 against $72,990 nationally, 8% more.
How does Houston compare with the rest of Texas?
The median in Texas is $73,750, so Houston pays 7% more.
Where does Houston rank for social sciences teacher pay?
21 of 51 metro areas with data.
How much does a social sciences teacher make starting out in Houston?
The lowest-paid 10% make $44,510 or less a year; the top 10% make $109,500 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.