salary$58,680 a yearmedian pay in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,280per year
Top pay (top 10%)$75,510per year
Jobs in the area10,770people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Charlotte?
Expensive. Rent of $1,881 a month takes 38.5% 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 Charlotte, NC?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC area is $58,680 a year. Most earn between $47,280 and $75,510.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Charlotte?
Typical rent of $1,881 a month takes 38.5% 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 Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area.