salary$61,360 a yearmedian pay in the Columbus, GA-AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,930per year
Top pay (top 10%)$77,070per year
Jobs in the area1,340people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Columbus?
OK. Rent of $1,314 a month takes 25.7% 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 Columbus, GA?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Columbus, GA-AL area is $61,360 a year. Most earn between $47,930 and $77,070.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Columbus?
Typical rent of $1,314 a month takes 25.7% 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 Columbus, GA-AL metro area.