salary$57,440 a yearmedian pay in the Peoria, IL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$40,660per year
Top pay (top 10%)$79,530per year
Jobs in the area1,500people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Peoria?
OK. Rent of $1,152 a month takes 24.1% 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 Peoria, IL?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Peoria, IL area is $57,440 a year. Most earn between $40,660 and $79,530.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Peoria?
Typical rent of $1,152 a month takes 24.1% 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 Peoria, IL metro area.