salary$60,170 a yearmedian pay in the Raleigh-Cary, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,500per year
Top pay (top 10%)$75,710per year
Jobs in the area5,830people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Cary?
Expensive. Rent of $2,050 a month takes 40.9% 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 Cary, NC?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Raleigh-Cary, NC area is $60,170 a year. Most earn between $47,500 and $75,710.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Cary?
Typical rent of $2,050 a month takes 40.9% 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 Raleigh-Cary, NC metro area.