Elementary School Teacher Salary in 2026
Median Salary
$61,350
$5,113/mo
Entry Level
$40,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$80,000
experienced
Job Growth
+5%
10-yr outlook
Elementary School Teacher Overview
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
2-5 years
Industry
Total Jobs (US)
1.8M
5-Year Growth
+15%
Category
Education
Hourly Rate
$29.50/hr
Monthly Pay
$5,113
Elementary School Teacher Salary Calculator
Adjust your state and experience level to see the estimated Elementary School Teacher salary in your area.
Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Elementary School Teacher Salary
$66,000
$5,500/month · $2,538/biweekly · $31.73/hr
Elementary School Teacher Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Elementary School Teacher field.
Entry-level Elementary School Teachers earn around $40,000, while the top 10% earn $92,000 or more.
Top Paying States for Elementary School Teachers
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $72,000 | +$10,650 |
| New York | $71,000 | +$9,650 |
| Illinois | $64,000 | +$2,650 |
| Texas | $60,000 | $-1,350 |
| Florida | $60,000 | $-1,350 |
Top Paying Cities for Elementary School Teachers
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $72,000 | +$10,650 |
| Los Angeles | $69,000 | +$7,650 |
| Chicago | $64,000 | +$2,650 |
| Houston | $61,000 | $-350 |
| Phoenix | $60,000 | $-1,350 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Elementary School Teacher Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Elementary School Teacher from entry level to expert.
$40,000
0-2 years
$60,000
3-7 years
$80,000
8-14 years
$104,000
15+ years
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