salary$58,950 a yearmedian pay in the Topeka, KS area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,870per year
Top pay (top 10%)$61,480per year
Jobs in the area1,170people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Topeka?
OK. Rent of $1,148 a month takes 23.4% 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 Topeka, KS?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Topeka, KS area is $58,950 a year. Most earn between $48,870 and $61,480.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Topeka?
Typical rent of $1,148 a month takes 23.4% 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 Topeka, KS metro area.