salary$99,420 a yearmedian pay in the Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$63,180per year
Top pay (top 10%)$123,400per year
Jobs in the area3,060people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Thousand Oaks?
Expensive. Rent of $3,300 a month takes 39.8% 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 Thousand Oaks, CA?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA area is $99,420 a year. Most earn between $63,180 and $123,400.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Thousand Oaks?
Typical rent of $3,300 a month takes 39.8% 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 Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA metro area.