salary$79,820 a yearmedian pay in the New Haven, CT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$49,630per year
Top pay (top 10%)$102,790per year
Jobs in the area2,730people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford New Haven?
Expensive. Rent of $2,010 a month takes 30.2% 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 New Haven, CT?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the New Haven, CT area is $79,820 a year. Most earn between $49,630 and $102,790.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in New Haven?
Typical rent of $2,010 a month takes 30.2% 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 New Haven, CT metro area.