salary$78,560 a yearmedian pay in the Akron, OH area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,690per year
Top pay (top 10%)$99,550per year
Jobs in the area2,010people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Akron?
Cheap. Rent of $1,129 a month takes 17.2% of the median elementary school teacher salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a elementary school teacher make in Akron, OH?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Akron, OH area is $78,560 a year. Most earn between $46,690 and $99,550.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Akron?
Typical rent of $1,129 a month takes 17.2% of the median elementary school teacher salary, which we rate Cheap.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Akron, OH metro area.