salary$50,040 a yearmedian pay in the Sioux Falls, SD-MN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,400per year
Top pay (top 10%)$58,030per year
Jobs in the area1,330people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Sioux Falls?
Expensive. Rent of $1,314 a month takes 31.5% 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 Sioux Falls, SD?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Sioux Falls, SD-MN area is $50,040 a year. Most earn between $46,400 and $58,030.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Sioux Falls?
Typical rent of $1,314 a month takes 31.5% 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 Sioux Falls, SD-MN metro area.