salary$50,420 a yearmedian pay in the Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$50,130per year
Top pay (top 10%)$57,500per year
Jobs in the area3,280people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Lakeland?
Expensive. Rent of $1,676 a month takes 39.9% 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 Lakeland, FL?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL area is $50,420 a year. Most earn between $50,130 and $57,500.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Lakeland?
Typical rent of $1,676 a month takes 39.9% 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 Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL metro area.