salary$60,210 a yearmedian pay in the Fargo, ND-MN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,320per year
Top pay (top 10%)$82,850per year
Jobs in the area1,380people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Fargo?
OK. Rent of $1,080 a month takes 21.5% 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 Fargo, ND?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Fargo, ND-MN area is $60,210 a year. Most earn between $46,320 and $82,850.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Fargo?
Typical rent of $1,080 a month takes 21.5% 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 Fargo, ND-MN metro area.