Elementary School Teacher salary in Portland, OR
Median pay, Portland (OR) metro
$82,330/year
Middle half earns $63,420 – $104,270
Half of elementary school teachers in the Portland (OR) metro area earn more than $82,330 a year and half earn less. That's 29% higher than the national median of $63,970, and ranks #9 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly |
|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $50,270 |
| 25th | $63,420 |
| Median (50th) | $82,330 |
| 75th | $104,270 |
| 90th (top earners) | $107,650 |
Is your offer fair?
For a elementary school teacher job in the Portland (OR) metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $63,420. Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $63,420 to $104,270. The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $104,270. Higher than three quarters of workers here.
Before you accept
- Teacher pay is usually set by a district salary schedule based on years of experience and degree level, so ask for the schedule.
- Pay here is yearly. BLS doesn't publish hourly figures for teachers because the school year isn't a standard full-time schedule.
- Extra duties like coaching or after-school programs often come with stipends.
Also watch for the common warning signs in the posting itself: 15 job posting red flags.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, Portland (OR) metro. Occupation: Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education (SOC 25-2021). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.