salary$79,900 a yearmedian pay in the Bakersfield-Delano, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$61,230per year
Top pay (top 10%)$118,580per year
Jobs in the area4,540people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Bakersfield?
Expensive. Rent of $2,018 a month takes 30.3% of the median elementary school teacher salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a elementary school teacher make in Bakersfield, CA?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Bakersfield-Delano, CA area is $79,900 a year. Most earn between $61,230 and $118,580.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Bakersfield?
Typical rent of $2,018 a month takes 30.3% of the median elementary school teacher salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Bakersfield-Delano, CA metro area.