salary$60,470 a yearmedian pay in the Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$50,430per year
Top pay (top 10%)$69,680per year
Jobs in the area2,230people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Cape Coral?
Expensive. Rent of $2,339 a month takes 46.4% 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 Cape Coral, FL?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL area is $60,470 a year. Most earn between $50,430 and $69,680.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Cape Coral?
Typical rent of $2,339 a month takes 46.4% 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 Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL metro area.