Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Texas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $63,780 | $66,997 | -5% |
| Median hourly wage | $30.66 | $32.21 | -5% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $65,685.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Kindergarten Teacher in Texas is $63,780, or about $30.66 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Kindergarten Teachers is $66,997. Texas is -5% below the national median.
Entry-level kindergarten teachers in Texas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,820 kindergarten teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $63,780, Texas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.