salary$74,810 a yearmedian pay in the Salem, OR area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,570per year
Top pay (top 10%)$95,860per year
Jobs in the area1,120people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Salem?
OK. Rent of $1,690 a month takes 27.1% 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 Salem, OR?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Salem, OR area is $74,810 a year. Most earn between $47,570 and $95,860.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Salem?
Typical rent of $1,690 a month takes 27.1% 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 Salem, OR metro area.