salary$61,980 a yearmedian pay in the Knoxville, TN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$49,880per year
Top pay (top 10%)$72,940per year
Jobs in the area3,360people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Knoxville?
OK. Rent of $1,544 a month takes 29.9% 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 Knoxville, TN?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Knoxville, TN area is $61,980 a year. Most earn between $49,880 and $72,940.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Knoxville?
Typical rent of $1,544 a month takes 29.9% 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 Knoxville, TN metro area.