salary$61,430 a yearmedian pay in the Cedar Rapids, IA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,520per year
Top pay (top 10%)$79,320per year
Jobs in the area980people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Cedar Rapids?
OK. Rent of $1,168 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 Cedar Rapids, IA?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Cedar Rapids, IA area is $61,430 a year. Most earn between $47,520 and $79,320.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Cedar Rapids?
Typical rent of $1,168 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 Cedar Rapids, IA metro area.