📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

English Language Professor Salary in Texas (2026)

Texas · 5.0% below national average · Low Demand

Average
$76,551
per year
Median
$67,849
per year
Hourly
$36.8
per hour
🏛️ Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
📅 Dataset: OES May 2025
🔄 Published: May 2026
📍 Coverage: All 50 States + DC
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Salary Range & Percentiles
Pay distribution across experience levels
10th Percentile — Entry Level$45,891
25th Percentile — Junior$64,990
50th Percentile — Median$67,849
75th Percentile — Senior$107,962
90th Percentile — Top Earners$125,681
💡 Top-earning English Language Professors in Texas make up to $125,681 per year. The job market in Texas is rated strong, with key industries including Energy, Technology, Healthcare.
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Salary Growth Trend (2021–2026)
Six-year compensation trajectory
$71.1k
2021
$72.1k
2022
$73.2k
2023
$74.3k
2024
$75.4k
2025
$76.6k
2026
📈 English Language Professor salaries in Texas have followed the national trend with 1.5% annual growth. The strong presence in Texas's job market supports continued salary increases.
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English Language Professor Salary by City in Texas
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Houston $74,254 -3.0% Low
San Antonio $68,896 -10.0% Low
Dallas $75,785 -1.0% Low
Austin $82,675 +8.0% Low
Fort Worth $73,489 -4.0% Low
El Paso $62,772 -18.0% Low
Arlington $74,254 -3.0% Low
Corpus Christi $66,599 -13.0% Low
Plano $78,082 +2.0% Low
Laredo $61,241 -20.0% Low
Lubbock $62,772 -18.0% Low
Garland $72,723 -5.0% Low
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English Language Professor Job Market in Texas
Key factors affecting compensation

Texas is home to a strong job market for English Language Professors. The state's key industries — Energy, Technology, Healthcare — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $76,551 per year, Texas's English Language Professor salaries are 5.0% lower than the national average.

The cost of living in Texas (index: 0.95) makes salaries stretch further than in higher-cost states. Entry-level professionals in Texas can expect to earn $45,891–$64,990, while experienced English Language Professors can command $107,962–$125,681.

Looking ahead, the English Language Professor profession in Texas is projected to grow at 1.5% annually. Major employers are actively hiring, and the state's investment in Energy continues to drive new opportunities for qualified candidates.

🏛️ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OES) · May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this salary
  • The average English Language Professor salary in Texas is $76,551 per year in 2026, which is 5.0% below the national average of $80,580.
  • Major metro areas typically pay English Language Professors the highest wages in Texas due to higher costs of living and competitive job markets.
  • Texas has a strong job market with major industries in Energy, Technology, Healthcare. This makes it one of the better states for English Language Professor employment.
  • At $76,551/year, Texas English Language Professor salaries are 5.0% lower than the national average of $80,580/year.