salary$47,770 a yearmedian pay in the Lafayette, LA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,350per year
Top pay (top 10%)$60,600per year
Jobs in the area950people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Lafayette?
OK. Rent of $1,096 a month takes 27.5% 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 Lafayette, LA?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Lafayette, LA area is $47,770 a year. Most earn between $46,350 and $60,600.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Lafayette?
Typical rent of $1,096 a month takes 27.5% 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 Lafayette, LA metro area.