salary$101,640 a yearmedian pay in the Modesto, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$64,670per year
Top pay (top 10%)$128,290per year
Jobs in the area2,450people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Modesto?
OK. Rent of $1,988 a month takes 23.5% 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 Modesto, CA?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Modesto, CA area is $101,640 a year. Most earn between $64,670 and $128,290.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Modesto?
Typical rent of $1,988 a month takes 23.5% 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 Modesto, CA metro area.