salary$61,610 a yearmedian pay in the Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,230per year
Top pay (top 10%)$92,760per year
Jobs in the area5,510people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Louisville?
OK. Rent of $1,278 a month takes 24.9% 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 Louisville, KY?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN area is $61,610 a year. Most earn between $47,230 and $92,760.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Louisville?
Typical rent of $1,278 a month takes 24.9% 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 Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN metro area.