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Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education Salary in Houston, TX

BLS Official DataUpdated 2025-05-31
Median Annual

$65,830

Mean: $67,300

~$51,347 est. take-home

Hourly Rate

$31.65

Based on 2,080 hrs/yr

Cost of Living

100

100 = national avg

A

Very affordable

Affordability score: 100/100

Monthly surplus

$2,163/mo

Savings rate

46%

Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education salary in Houston, TX — median $65,830/year, range $61,780-$72,960

Salary Distribution

Where the median falls between the 25th and 75th percentile.

25th %

$61,780

Median

$65,830

75th %

$72,960

Median is in the 36th percentile of the typical range

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About Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education salaries in Houston, TX

Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education in Houston, TX earn a median of $65,830 per year, based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data. The mean salary is $67,300, which tends to skew higher because a small number of high earners pull the average up.

Most middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education in this area earn between $61,780 and $72,960. Where you land depends on experience, employer type, and whether you have in-demand specializations.

That works out to roughly $31.65 per hour assuming a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual hourly pay may differ for part-time or contract roles.

Career Outlook

1% growthSlower than average (BLS 2024–2034)

1% growth. Demand varies wildly by state — the Sun Belt is building schools faster than the Rust Belt. STEM endorsements and special education credentials open doors even in slow-growth districts.

Worth knowing: Project-based learning and social-emotional learning (SEL) are the hot specializations in middle school right now. Teachers who lead in these areas get tapped for department chair and curriculum roles.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average salary for a middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education in Houston?

The median — where half earn more and half earn less — is $65,830. The average (mean) is $67,300, which is higher because top earners pull it up.

How much does a middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education make per hour in Houston?

About $31.65/hour, based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Part-time or overtime hours will change the actual rate.

What is the salary range for middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education in Houston?

The middle 50% earn between $61,780 and $72,960. Below $61,780 is typically entry-level; above $72,960 usually means significant experience or specialized skills.

Salary Conversion Table

How does $65,830 per year break down across different time periods?

PeriodGrossEst. Take-Home
Yearly$65,830$51,347
Monthly$5,486$4,279
Biweekly$2,532$1,975
Weekly$1,266$987
Hourly (40h/wk)$31.65$24.69
Hourly (35h/wk)$36.17$28.21
Hourly (30h/wk)$42.2$32.91
Daily (8h)$253$197

Take-home estimates use an effective tax rate of 22%. Actual amounts vary by filing status, deductions, and state tax.

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