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Learn more about average salaries, cost of living, and expenses in the Phoenix region.

Salaries

Salaries range from $37,000 to $47,000 for new teachers in Phoenix. This year our corps’ average salary was $44,500. Corps members are independently hired by local schools or districts. They are not paid by Teach For America. 

Monthly Pre-Tax Salary: based on a salary of $44,500

  • ~ $3,708 (if corps members opt to spread salary over 12 months)
  • ~ $4,450 (if corps members opt to spread salary over 10 months)

Monthly Take Home Pay:

  • $2,706  (if corps members opt to spread salary over 12 months)
  • $3,248 (if corps members opt to spread salary over 10 months)

Taxes: $580- $670

Health Insurance: $0-100

Teacher Pension Contribution: Arizona State Retirement System - 11.94-12.22% with employer match

    Benefits

    Average benefits of schools in the Phoenix area:

    • Health benefits
    • Medical, dental, and vision care
    • Routine preventative care
    • Flexible spending accounts
    • Wellness programs
    • Family-planning services
    • Life insurance
    • Retirement benefits

    Moving Costs 

    • Average Deposit: $800-1500 (depending on credit)
    • Moving Costs: $2000-4000 (variable, depending upon the length of your move)
    • Upfront testing costs: $0  (TFA Phoenix will pay for your first attempt, re-tests are $95) 
    • Up front certification costs: $245
    • Gas for summer training: $200. 
    • Professional attire: $400
    • School Supplies: $300

    Rent & Utilities

    • Single: $1800 rent + $215 utilities = $2015
    • 2 Bed: $1000 rent + $107 utilities = $1107
    • 3 Bed:   $860 rent + $71 utilities = $931

    Living Expenses

    • Food: $175/week
    • Transportation: must have a car
    • Health insurance: $0-100
    • Utilities: $150-300/month (energy will fluctuate with the temperature)
    • Gas: $25-50/week
    • Car Insurance: $80-175/month

    Transportation 

    Teach For America Phoenix corps members are required to have access to a car.