salary$76,550 a yearmedian pay in the Pittsburgh, PA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$53,570per year
Top pay (top 10%)$105,760per year
Jobs in the area7,640people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Pittsburgh?
OK. Rent of $1,621 a month takes 25.4% 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 Pittsburgh, PA?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Pittsburgh, PA area is $76,550 a year. Most earn between $53,570 and $105,760.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Pittsburgh?
Typical rent of $1,621 a month takes 25.4% 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 Pittsburgh, PA metro area.