How much does a social sciences teacher make in Texas?
$73,750a year
Median yearly pay for social sciences teachers in Texas. That is $35.46 an hour or $6,146 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.46
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 1,530
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,030Median: $73,750Highest 10%: $125,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,030 | $18.76 | |
| 25th | $49,990 | $24.03 | |
| Median | $73,750 | $35.46 | |
| 75th | $99,230 | $47.71 | |
| 90th | $125,800 | $60.46 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Dallas, TX | $80,380 |
| Austin, TX | $80,270 |
| Houston, TX | $79,160 |
| San Antonio, TX | $65,230 |
| Laredo, TX | $46,360 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social sciences teachers.
| 15. Missouri | $76,130 |
| 16. Indiana | $74,360 |
| 17. Connecticut | $73,930 |
| 18. Texas | $73,750 |
| 19. Ohio | $73,590 |
| 20. Washington | $72,670 |
| 21. Oregon | $72,420 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social sciences teacher make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $35.46 ($73,750 a year).
Do social sciences teachers make more in Texas than the national average?
Yes: $73,750 against $72,990 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Texas rank for social sciences teacher pay?
Texas ranks 18 of 40 states.
Which city in Texas pays social sciences teachers the most?
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX, with a median of $80,380 a year.
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.