salary$59,220 a yearmedian pay in the Lubbock, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,480per year
Top pay (top 10%)$64,470per year
Jobs in the area1,840people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Lubbock?
OK. Rent of $1,301 a month takes 26.4% 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 Lubbock, TX?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Lubbock, TX area is $59,220 a year. Most earn between $47,480 and $64,470.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Lubbock?
Typical rent of $1,301 a month takes 26.4% 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 Lubbock, TX metro area.