salary$79,270 a yearmedian pay in the Anchorage, AK area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$62,750per year
Top pay (top 10%)$97,090per year
Jobs in the area1,720people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Anchorage?
OK. Rent of $1,651 a month takes 25.0% 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 Anchorage, AK?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Anchorage, AK area is $79,270 a year. Most earn between $62,750 and $97,090.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Anchorage?
Typical rent of $1,651 a month takes 25.0% 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 Anchorage, AK metro area.