salary$60,050 a yearmedian pay in the Columbia, SC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,170per year
Top pay (top 10%)$76,010per year
Jobs in the area4,360people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Columbia?
OK. Rent of $1,394 a month takes 27.9% 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 Columbia, SC?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Columbia, SC area is $60,050 a year. Most earn between $48,170 and $76,010.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Columbia?
Typical rent of $1,394 a month takes 27.9% 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 Columbia, SC metro area.