Elementary School Teacher Salary in Tucson, AZ
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$55,700
Hourly Rate
$26.78
/hour
Jobs in Area
1,513
employed
Elementary School Teacher Salary Range in Tucson, AZ
Annual Salary Range
$35k
10th percentile
$46k
25th
$68k
75th
$79k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $34,887 | $16.77 |
| 25th Percentile | $45,693 | $21.97 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $55,700 | $26.78 |
| 75th Percentile | $67,743 | $32.57 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $78,743 | $37.86 |
| Average (Mean) | $59,043 | $28.39 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Elementary School Teacher salary in Tucson, AZ is $55,700 per year or $26.78 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Tucson Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Tucson, AZ Compares
vs National Average
$61,690
vs Arizona Average
$59,474
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$59,192
Cost of living in Tucson, AZ is 5.9% below the national average.
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