salary$98,520 a yearmedian pay in the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$62,330per year
Top pay (top 10%)$130,850per year
Jobs in the area18,850people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Ontario?
Expensive. Rent of $2,618 a month takes 31.9% 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 Ontario, CA?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA area is $98,520 a year. Most earn between $62,330 and $130,850.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Ontario?
Typical rent of $2,618 a month takes 31.9% 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 Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA metro area.