salary$59,310 a yearmedian pay in the Baton Rouge, LA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,340per year
Top pay (top 10%)$77,500per year
Jobs in the area4,450people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Baton Rouge?
OK. Rent of $1,107 a month takes 22.4% 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 Baton Rouge, LA?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Baton Rouge, LA area is $59,310 a year. Most earn between $48,340 and $77,500.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Baton Rouge?
Typical rent of $1,107 a month takes 22.4% 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 Baton Rouge, LA metro area.