salary$62,840 a yearmedian pay in the Rochester, NY area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,110per year
Top pay (top 10%)$92,670per year
Jobs in the area5,100people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Rochester?
OK. Rent of $1,331 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 Rochester, NY?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Rochester, NY area is $62,840 a year. Most earn between $48,110 and $92,670.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Rochester?
Typical rent of $1,331 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 Rochester, NY metro area.