salary$61,460 a yearmedian pay in the Lexington-Fayette, KY area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,140per year
Top pay (top 10%)$82,820per year
Jobs in the area2,420people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Lexington-Fayette?
OK. Rent of $1,463 a month takes 28.6% 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 Lexington-Fayette, KY?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Lexington-Fayette, KY area is $61,460 a year. Most earn between $47,140 and $82,820.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Lexington-Fayette?
Typical rent of $1,463 a month takes 28.6% 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 Lexington-Fayette, KY metro area.