salary$63,000 a yearmedian pay in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,630per year
Top pay (top 10%)$77,330per year
Jobs in the area2,400people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Augusta?
OK. Rent of $1,458 a month takes 27.8% 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 Augusta, GA?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC area is $63,000 a year. Most earn between $47,630 and $77,330.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Augusta?
Typical rent of $1,458 a month takes 27.8% 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 Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro area.