Elementary School Teacher salary in Arizona
Elementary school teachers in Arizona earn a median $56,590 a year, 12% below the national median of $63,970. That ranks #43 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $46,638.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 25-2021. Taxes for tax year 2026.
| Yearly | Monthly | Every 2 weeks | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median pay | $56,590 | $4,716 | $2,177 | $27.21 |
| Average pay | $58,920 | $4,910 | $2,266 | $28.33 |
| Take-home (median) | $46,638 | $3,886 | $1,794 | $22.42 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $4,611 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $4,329 |
| Arizona income tax | $1,012 |
| Take-home | $46,638 |
Arizona's prices are 1% above the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $46,324 buys in an average-priced state. The Arizona minimum wage is $15.15; the median elementary school teacher earns 1.8 times that.
Elementary School Teacher pay in Arizona vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $56,590 | $46,638 | $46,324 |
| California | $99,650 | $72,616 | $65,585 |
| Colorado | $63,410 | $50,769 | $49,266 |
| New Mexico | $74,550 | $58,938 | $63,916 |
| Nevada | $65,040 | $54,440 | $54,451 |
| Utah | $74,810 | $58,360 | $59,031 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do elementary school teachers make in Arizona?
- The median salary is $56,590 a year ($27.21 an hour), and the average is $58,920, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do elementary school teachers take home in Arizona?
- About $46,638 a year after federal and Arizona taxes, or $1,794 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do elementary school teachers earn more in Arizona than the national average?
- Arizona ranks #43 of 51 for median pay, 12% below the U.S. median of $63,970. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #49.