salary$59,730 a yearmedian pay in the Greensboro-High Point, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,640per year
Top pay (top 10%)$63,250per year
Jobs in the area2,590people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Greensboro?
Expensive. Rent of $1,496 a month takes 30.1% 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 Greensboro, NC?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Greensboro-High Point, NC area is $59,730 a year. Most earn between $46,640 and $63,250.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Greensboro?
Typical rent of $1,496 a month takes 30.1% 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 Greensboro-High Point, NC metro area.