salary$61,270 a yearmedian pay in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$51,650per year
Top pay (top 10%)$64,410per year
Jobs in the area8,450people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Austin?
Expensive. Rent of $1,932 a month takes 37.8% of the median elementary school teacher salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a elementary school teacher make in Austin, TX?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX area is $61,270 a year. Most earn between $51,650 and $64,410.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Austin?
Typical rent of $1,932 a month takes 37.8% of the median elementary school teacher salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX metro area.