salary$79,240 a yearmedian pay in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$51,510per year
Top pay (top 10%)$104,390per year
Jobs in the area3,550people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Albany?
OK. Rent of $1,656 a month takes 25.1% 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 Albany, NY?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY area is $79,240 a year. Most earn between $51,510 and $104,390.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Albany?
Typical rent of $1,656 a month takes 25.1% of the median elementary school teacher salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro area.