salary$62,630 a yearmedian pay in the Birmingham, AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,690per year
Top pay (top 10%)$75,040per year
Jobs in the area5,340people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Birmingham?
OK. Rent of $1,291 a month takes 24.7% 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 Birmingham, AL?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Birmingham, AL area is $62,630 a year. Most earn between $48,690 and $75,040.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Birmingham?
Typical rent of $1,291 a month takes 24.7% 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 Birmingham, AL metro area.