salary$98,600 a yearmedian pay in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$61,220per year
Top pay (top 10%)$123,990per year
Jobs in the area4,590people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Bridgeport?
OK. Rent of $1,875 a month takes 22.8% 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 Bridgeport, CT?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT area is $98,600 a year. Most earn between $61,220 and $123,990.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Bridgeport?
Typical rent of $1,875 a month takes 22.8% 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 Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT metro area.