How much does a sociology teacher make in Houston?
$94,380a year
Median yearly pay for sociology teachers in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area. That is $45.38 an hour or $7,865 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.38
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among cities
- 29 of 66
- Jobs in the area
- 150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,160Median: $94,380Highest 10%: $129,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,160 | $23.63 | |
| 25th | $73,990 | $35.57 | |
| Median | $94,380 | $45.38 | |
| 75th | $101,600 | $48.87 | |
| 90th | $129,100 | $62.06 |
Other cities in Texas
Median yearly pay for sociology teachers.
| College Station, TX | $114,000 |
| Austin, TX | $99,800 |
| Dallas, TX | $86,800 |
| San Antonio, TX | $67,770 |
| El Paso, TX | $60,490 |
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 sociology teacher make an hour in Houston?
The median hourly pay in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area is $45.38 ($94,380 a year).
Do sociology teachers make more in Houston than the national average?
Yes: $94,380 against $84,290 nationally, 12% more.
How does Houston compare with the rest of Texas?
The median in Texas is $81,220, so Houston pays 16% more.
Where does Houston rank for sociology teacher pay?
29 of 66 metro areas with data.
How much does a sociology teacher make starting out in Houston?
The lowest-paid 10% make $49,160 or less a year; the top 10% make $129,100 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.