History Teachers Salary in Texas
History Teachers in Texas earn a median of $81,530 a year, −3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $81,530
- vs. U.S. median
- −3% ($83,820)
- Rank among states
- 22 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 2,030
Pay range in Texas
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $43,300; the top 10% earn over $159,390. Nationally the range is $48,410 to $162,160.
States ranked near Texas
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- Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary$86,950 median in Texas
- Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary$81,220 median in Texas
- Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary$102,060 median in Texas
- Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary$72,250 median in Texas
- Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary$76,700 median in Texas
- English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary$78,900 median in Texas
History Teachers pay in Texas
How much do history teachers make in Texas?
The median is $81,530 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $43,300 and the top 10% earn over $159,390. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Texas a good state for history teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 22 of 45 (−3% vs. the national median of $83,820). Living costs are not included.