Preschool Teachers Salary in Texas
Preschool Teachers in Texas earn a median of $33,860 a year, −11% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $33,860
- vs. U.S. median
- −11% ($38,140)
- Rank among states
- 44 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 41,200
Pay range in Texas
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $26,430; the top 10% earn over $49,680. Nationally the range is $28,990 to $61,390.
States ranked near Texas
Similar jobs in Texas
- Special Education Teachers, Preschool$65,680 median in Texas
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education$63,780 median in Texas
- Childcare Workers$28,570 median in Texas
- Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education$62,760 median in Texas
- Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$63,590 median in Texas
- Substitute Teachers, Short-Term$32,040 median in Texas
Preschool Teachers pay in Texas
How much do preschool teachers make in Texas?
The median is $33,860 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $26,430 and the top 10% earn over $49,680. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Texas a good state for preschool teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 44 of 51 (−11% vs. the national median of $38,140). Living costs are not included.