salary$78,560 a yearmedian pay in the Syracuse, NY area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$60,880per year
Top pay (top 10%)$93,490per year
Jobs in the area2,620people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Syracuse?
OK. Rent of $1,328 a month takes 20.3% 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 Syracuse, NY?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Syracuse, NY area is $78,560 a year. Most earn between $60,880 and $93,490.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Syracuse?
Typical rent of $1,328 a month takes 20.3% 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 Syracuse, NY metro area.