salary$76,490 a yearmedian pay in the Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,080per year
Top pay (top 10%)$106,980per year
Jobs in the area5,810people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Buffalo?
OK. Rent of $1,397 a month takes 21.9% 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 Buffalo, NY?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY area is $76,490 a year. Most earn between $48,080 and $106,980.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Buffalo?
Typical rent of $1,397 a month takes 21.9% 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 Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY metro area.