salary$63,800 a yearmedian pay in the El Paso, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,240per year
Top pay (top 10%)$70,890per year
Jobs in the area2,580people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford El Paso?
OK. Rent of $1,246 a month takes 23.4% of the median elementary school teacher salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a elementary school teacher make in El Paso, TX?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the El Paso, TX area is $63,800 a year. Most earn between $48,240 and $70,890.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in El Paso?
Typical rent of $1,246 a month takes 23.4% of the median elementary school teacher salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the El Paso, TX metro area.