salary$59,100 a yearmedian pay in the Waco, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,250per year
Top pay (top 10%)$62,700per year
Jobs in the area1,180people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Waco?
OK. Rent of $1,349 a month takes 27.4% 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 Waco, TX?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Waco, TX area is $59,100 a year. Most earn between $47,250 and $62,700.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Waco?
Typical rent of $1,349 a month takes 27.4% 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 Waco, TX metro area.