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Teacher (K-12) Salary in Dallas, Texas

The median teacher (k-12) salary in Dallas, TX is $61,690 per year, which is 0.0% above the national median and 8.7% above the Texas state average.

City Median
$61,690
vs State Avg
+$4,935
vs National
+$0
Cost of Living
100%

Teacher (K-12) Salary in Dallas by Experience

In Dallas, an entry-level teacher (k-12) earns around $42,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $92,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 100% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$42,000
+$0 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$62,000
+$0 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$92,000
+$0 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Dallas, TX

Percentile Dallas
10th Percentile $41,400
25th Percentile $48,800
Median (50th) $61,690
75th Percentile $79,200
90th Percentile $101,000

Teacher (K-12) Salary in Other Texas Cities

Austin, TX
$64,775
Pop. 978,908
Houston, TX
$59,222
Pop. 2,304,580
Fort Worth, TX
$56,755
Pop. 918,915
San Antonio, TX
$54,287
Pop. 1,434,625

How to Become a Teacher (K-12) in Dallas

Education

Most teacher (k-12) positions require a bachelor's degree. Dallas and the surrounding Texas area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Lesson PlanningClassroom ManagementAssessmentDifferentiated InstructionCommunicationEducational Technology

Job Outlook

Nationally, teacher (k-12) employment is projected to grow 1% over the next decade (slower than average). Demand in Dallas may vary based on local industry and population growth.