salary$59,830 a yearmedian pay in the Chattanooga, TN-GA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,460per year
Top pay (top 10%)$77,080per year
Jobs in the area2,020people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Chattanooga?
Expensive. Rent of $1,537 a month takes 30.8% 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 Chattanooga, TN?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Chattanooga, TN-GA area is $59,830 a year. Most earn between $47,460 and $77,080.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Chattanooga?
Typical rent of $1,537 a month takes 30.8% 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 Chattanooga, TN-GA metro area.