salary$82,330 a yearmedian pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$50,270per year
Top pay (top 10%)$107,650per year
Jobs in the area7,530people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Portland?
OK. Rent of $1,874 a month takes 27.3% 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 Portland, OR?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA area is $82,330 a year. Most earn between $50,270 and $107,650.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Portland?
Typical rent of $1,874 a month takes 27.3% 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 Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area.