salary$58,180 a yearmedian pay in the South Bend-Mishawaka, IN-MI area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,660per year
Top pay (top 10%)$76,890per year
Jobs in the area1,220people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford South Bend?
OK. Rent of $1,284 a month takes 26.5% 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 South Bend, IN?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the South Bend-Mishawaka, IN-MI area is $58,180 a year. Most earn between $47,660 and $76,890.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in South Bend?
Typical rent of $1,284 a month takes 26.5% 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 South Bend-Mishawaka, IN-MI metro area.