salary$48,220 a yearmedian pay in the Tulsa, OK area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,670per year
Top pay (top 10%)$60,680per year
Jobs in the area4,030people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Tulsa?
OK. Rent of $1,204 a month takes 30.0% 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 Tulsa, OK?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Tulsa, OK area is $48,220 a year. Most earn between $46,670 and $60,680.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Tulsa?
Typical rent of $1,204 a month takes 30.0% 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 Tulsa, OK metro area.