salary$95,000 a yearmedian pay in the Chico, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$60,900per year
Top pay (top 10%)$120,560per year
Jobs in the area1,120people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Chico?
OK. Rent of $1,675 a month takes 21.2% 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 Chico, CA?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Chico, CA area is $95,000 a year. Most earn between $60,900 and $120,560.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Chico?
Typical rent of $1,675 a month takes 21.2% 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 Chico, CA metro area.