salary$60,210 a yearmedian pay in the Corpus Christi, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$52,480per year
Top pay (top 10%)$65,770per year
Jobs in the area1,840people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Corpus Christi?
Expensive. Rent of $1,516 a month takes 30.2% 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 Corpus Christi, TX?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Corpus Christi, TX area is $60,210 a year. Most earn between $52,480 and $65,770.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Corpus Christi?
Typical rent of $1,516 a month takes 30.2% 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 Corpus Christi, TX metro area.