salary$64,500 a yearmedian pay in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,390per year
Top pay (top 10%)$74,430per year
Jobs in the area30,980people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford The Woodlands?
Expensive. Rent of $2,150 a month takes 40.0% 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 The Woodlands, TX?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX area is $64,500 a year. Most earn between $46,390 and $74,430.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in The Woodlands?
Typical rent of $2,150 a month takes 40.0% 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 Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area.