salary$98,800 a yearmedian pay in the Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$61,170per year
Top pay (top 10%)$108,480per year
Jobs in the area2,340people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Spokane?
Cheap. Rent of $1,489 a month takes 18.1% 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 Spokane, WA?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA area is $98,800 a year. Most earn between $61,170 and $108,480.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Spokane?
Typical rent of $1,489 a month takes 18.1% of the median elementary school teacher salary, which we rate Cheap.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA metro area.