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School Administrator Salary in Houston, TX — 2026 Guide

Estimated salaries are adjusted for Houston's cost of living (index: 101). National data from BLS OEWS 2024; city adjustments reflect local market conditions.

School Administrator Salary in Houston — Key Numbers

$104,495
Median Salary
$84,264
25th Percentile
$128,119
75th Percentile
$154,813
90th Percentile
National median (School Administrator)$103,460
vs. National median+1.0%
Houston median household income$67,800
vs. City household income+54.1%

Cost of Living in Houston

Cost of Living Index
101(100 = avg)
Median Monthly Rent$1,262/mo
Rent-to-Income Ratio14.5%
Annual rent cost$15,144
Median Home Price$320,000
Home Price / Salary3.1×
20% Down Payment$64,000
Years to save (20% rate)3.1 yrs

Rent-to-income below 28% is considered affordable; above 35% is cost-burdened. Home price multiple below 3× is affordable; above 5× is expensive by traditional guidelines.

Job Market in Houston

4.2%
Unemployment Rate
7,470,000
Metro Population
29 min
Avg Commute
34.5
Median Age

Houston has a metro population of 7,470,000, offering a large, diverse job market with many employers across all industries. The 4.2% unemployment rate is near the national average.

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School Administrator Salary in Texas
Statewide salary breakdown

Other Professions in Houston

Physician$231,593Chief Executive Officer$212,100Dentist$177,265IT Manager$171,205Marketing Manager$159,196Lawyer$147,218

School Administrator Salary — Other Texas Cities

Dallas, TX$108,633San Antonio, TX$95,183Austin, TX$125,187Fort Worth, TX$102,425El Paso, TX$86,906

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a School Administrator make in Houston, TX?

The estimated median salary for a School Administrator in Houston is $104,495 per year (2026). This is derived from the national BLS median of $103,460 adjusted by Houston's cost of living index (101). The typical salary range runs from $84,264 (25th percentile) to $128,119 (75th percentile), with top earners reaching $154,813.

Is Houston affordable for a School Administrator?

On a $104,495 annual salary, a School Administrator in Houston would spend approximately 14.5% of gross monthly income on median rent ($1,262/month). This is well within the 28% affordability threshold, making Houston relatively affordable for this profession. The median home price of $320,000 is 3.1× the annual salary.

How does a School Administrator's salary compare to Houston's overall income?

Houston's median household income is $67,800. A School Administrator earning the city-adjusted median of $104,495 earns 54.1% more than the typical Houston household — placing them solidly in the middle-to-upper income tier for the city.

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Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) OEWS, 2024 release. City salary estimates adjusted by cost of living index. City data from Census Bureau, BLS, Zillow, and ApartmentAdvisor (2024–2025). Last updated: March 2026.