salary$77,920 a yearmedian pay in the Salt Lake City-Murray, UT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$49,140per year
Top pay (top 10%)$102,510per year
Jobs in the area4,840people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Salt Lake City?
OK. Rent of $1,608 a month takes 24.8% 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 Salt Lake City, UT?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Salt Lake City-Murray, UT area is $77,920 a year. Most earn between $49,140 and $102,510.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Salt Lake City?
Typical rent of $1,608 a month takes 24.8% 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 Salt Lake City-Murray, UT metro area.