salary$63,380 a yearmedian pay in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,910per year
Top pay (top 10%)$100,290per year
Jobs in the area7,130people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Chesapeake?
Expensive. Rent of $1,849 a month takes 35.0% 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 Chesapeake, VA?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC area is $63,380 a year. Most earn between $48,910 and $100,290.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Chesapeake?
Typical rent of $1,849 a month takes 35.0% 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 Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC metro area.