salary$63,020 a yearmedian pay in the Odessa, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$63,020per year
Top pay (top 10%)$73,920per year
Jobs in the area820people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Odessa?
OK. Rent of $1,444 a month takes 27.5% 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 Odessa, TX?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Odessa, TX area is $63,020 a year. Most earn between $63,020 and $73,920.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Odessa?
Typical rent of $1,444 a month takes 27.5% 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 Odessa, TX metro area.