salary$62,930 a yearmedian pay in the Fort Collins-Loveland, CO area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$52,710per year
Top pay (top 10%)$96,270per year
Jobs in the area1,370people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Fort Collins?
Expensive. Rent of $1,853 a month takes 35.3% 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 Fort Collins, CO?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Fort Collins-Loveland, CO area is $62,930 a year. Most earn between $52,710 and $96,270.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Fort Collins?
Typical rent of $1,853 a month takes 35.3% 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 Fort Collins-Loveland, CO metro area.