salary$55,020 a yearmedian pay in the Tallahassee, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,550per year
Top pay (top 10%)$72,140per year
Jobs in the area1,490people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Tallahassee?
Expensive. Rent of $1,480 a month takes 32.3% 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 Tallahassee, FL?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Tallahassee, FL area is $55,020 a year. Most earn between $46,550 and $72,140.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Tallahassee?
Typical rent of $1,480 a month takes 32.3% 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 Tallahassee, FL metro area.