salary$49,380 a yearmedian pay in the Springfield, MO area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$40,280per year
Top pay (top 10%)$71,910per year
Jobs in the area2,400people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Springfield?
OK. Rent of $1,169 a month takes 28.4% 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 Springfield, MO?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Springfield, MO area is $49,380 a year. Most earn between $40,280 and $71,910.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Springfield?
Typical rent of $1,169 a month takes 28.4% 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 Springfield, MO metro area.