salary$61,060 a yearmedian pay in the Kansas City, MO-KS area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,120per year
Top pay (top 10%)$78,940per year
Jobs in the area11,500people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Overland Park?
Expensive. Rent of $1,810 a month takes 35.6% 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 Overland Park, KS?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Kansas City, MO-KS area is $61,060 a year. Most earn between $48,120 and $78,940.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Overland Park?
Typical rent of $1,810 a month takes 35.6% 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 Kansas City, MO-KS metro area.