salary$86,720 a yearmedian pay in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$50,060per year
Top pay (top 10%)$99,610per year
Jobs in the area6,280people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Providence?
OK. Rent of $1,964 a month takes 27.2% 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 Providence, RI?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA area is $86,720 a year. Most earn between $50,060 and $99,610.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Providence?
Typical rent of $1,964 a month takes 27.2% 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 Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area.