Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in Kansas

$30,709 $99,660
10th pct Median: $57,942 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$30,709
25th Percentile$41,718
50th (Median)$57,942
75th Percentile$79,960
90th (Top Earners)$99,660
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Kansas median salary of $57,942 for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education has the purchasing power of approximately $63,533 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Kansas's lower cost of living (COL index: 91.2) means your salary goes further than in higher-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education make in Kansas?
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Kansas earn a median annual salary of $57,942 per year ($27.86/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $64,380.
Is Kansas a good state for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education?
Kansas pays slightly below the national average for elementary school teachers, except special education. Cost of living in Kansas is lower average (COL index: 91.2).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Kansas?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 91.2 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $57,942 salary in Kansas has the purchasing power of approximately $63,533 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Kansas increase real purchasing power.
How does Kansas compare to neighboring states for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Kansas

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $298,980
2 Radiologists $278,928
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $275,598
4 Neurologists $266,040
5 Surgeons, All Other $265,068
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $244,692
7 Physicians, Pathologists $219,528
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $219,006
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Kansas

Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the education sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Bachelor's degree

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