salary$97,000 a yearmedian pay in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$62,140per year
Top pay (top 10%)$123,450per year
Jobs in the area11,340people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford San Diego?
Expensive. Rent of $3,011 a month takes 37.2% of the median elementary school teacher salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a elementary school teacher make in San Diego, CA?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA area is $97,000 a year. Most earn between $62,140 and $123,450.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in San Diego?
Typical rent of $3,011 a month takes 37.2% of the median elementary school teacher salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA metro area.