salary$61,720 a yearmedian pay in the San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,490per year
Top pay (top 10%)$65,640per year
Jobs in the area12,220people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford San Antonio?
OK. Rent of $1,463 a month takes 28.4% 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 San Antonio, TX?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX area is $61,720 a year. Most earn between $48,490 and $65,640.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in San Antonio?
Typical rent of $1,463 a month takes 28.4% 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 San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX metro area.