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Elementary School Teacher Salary in Cleveland, Ohio

Updated 2026-04-05BLS 2024 data — be the first to add a local report

Salary Distribution

BLS 2024
$52,607/ year

Median Elementary School Teacher in Cleveland, OH

$32,759
10th
$39,950
25th
$52,607
Median
$67,151
75th
$81,924
90th

Compensation Breakdown

BLS 2024
Base salary (median)
$52,607
Total compensation (est.)
$60,498
Bonus range
$2,350 – $9,480
Mean salary
$55,763

How This Compares

Cleveland, OH median
$52,607
Ohio median
$63,128-16.7%
National median
$61,890-15.0%

Cost of living in Cleveland is 15% below the national average. Salary of $52,607 here is equivalent to $61,891 nationally.

Salary by Experience

0-2 years
$37,877-28.0%
3-5 years
$47,872-9.0%
6-10 years
$58,920+12.0%
10+ years
$72,598+38.0%

Salary by Company Size

Startup (< 100 employees)
$46,294-12.0%
Mid-size (100–5,000)
$52,607
Enterprise (5,000+)
$62,076+18.0%

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Elementary School Teacher Salaries in Nearby Cities

Columbus, OH$55,082/yr
Cincinnati, OH$53,225/yr
Toledo, OH$61,890/yr
Akron, OH$61,890/yr
Dayton, OH$61,890/yr

Related Jobs in Cleveland

High School Teacher$53,006/yr
Special Education Teacher$52,547/yr
School Counselor$52,913/yr
University Professor$71,723/yr
Instructional Designer$66,292/yr

Quick Numbers

Hourly (40hr week)$25/hr
Monthly gross$4,384/mo
25th percentile$39,950/yr
75th percentile$67,151/yr

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Market Context

via FRED

Fed Funds Rate

Mar 2026

3.64%

Inflation (CPI)

year-over-year

2.4%+0.04

National Unemployment

Mar 2026

4.3%-0.10

Ohio Unemployment

Dec 2025

4.5%

Avg Hourly Earnings

all private workers

$37.38+$0.09

10yr Treasury

Apr 2026

4.31%

Source: St. Louis Fed (FRED). Updated daily.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Elementary School Teacher salary in Cleveland?

The median Elementary School Teacher salary in Cleveland is $52,607 per year, with a range from $39,950 at the 25th percentile to $67,151 at the 75th percentile. Total compensation including bonuses typically runs higher — see the breakdown above for the full picture.

How does Elementary School Teacher pay in Cleveland compare to the national average?

Elementary School Teacher salaries in Cleveland are 15% below the national median of $61,890. After adjusting for Cleveland's cost of living, the purchasing power of that salary is equivalent to roughly $61,891 nationally — which is the number that actually matters when comparing offers across cities.

What factors affect Elementary School Teacher salaries in Cleveland?

In Cleveland, the biggest drivers are years of experience, company size, and industry vertical. Entry-level Elementary School Teacher roles start around $32,759, while senior and staff-level positions at larger employers can reach $81,924 or above. Specialized skills and in-demand tools can also meaningfully shift where you land in the range.

Is Cleveland a good place for Elementary School Teacher jobs?

Cleveland offers a Elementary School Teacher median of $52,607, which is 15% below the US median of $61,890. Whether that makes it a good market depends on your personal cost-of-living equation — Cleveland is 15% cheaper than the national average, so factor that into your math.

How do I negotiate a higher Elementary School Teacher salary?

Start with the data on this page: the 75th percentile for Elementary School Teacher in Cleveland is $67,151, which is a defensible anchor for a negotiation. Come in with a specific number backed by real market data — not a range — and reference your experience tier. If you're above the median, ask for the 75th percentile. If you're already at the 75th, push for total comp improvements like equity or bonus instead.