salary$59,180 a yearmedian pay in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,390per year
Top pay (top 10%)$81,520per year
Jobs in the area16,560people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Mesa?
Expensive. Rent of $1,826 a month takes 37.0% 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 Mesa, AZ?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ area is $59,180 a year. Most earn between $47,390 and $81,520.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Mesa?
Typical rent of $1,826 a month takes 37.0% 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 Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area.