salary$60,120 a yearmedian pay in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$49,910per year
Top pay (top 10%)$74,320per year
Jobs in the area11,000people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Tampa?
Expensive. Rent of $2,216 a month takes 44.2% 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 Tampa, FL?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL area is $60,120 a year. Most earn between $49,910 and $74,320.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Tampa?
Typical rent of $2,216 a month takes 44.2% 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 Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metro area.