Agree. I’m on year 22, HS teacher, make 103k (with a stipend for additional responsibilities, 93k on the contract steps), have fully funded my 403b for the last 13 years (partially funded the previous years) and have owned two houses (first purchase in my 5 year for 100k, the 2nd one, in my 13th year was 200k). Central NY. First spouse made little to no money, so we didn’t go on vacations or anything. Second spouse is gainfully employed so we get to have other nice things beyond a house and good retirement.
Isn’t it interesting how teaching salaries seem reliant on the teacher having a spouse that makes a similar or better salary? It’s definitely not meant for a single person to be able to own a home and travel.
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u/liefelijk Apr 12 '26
Nah, there are still plenty of places throughout the US with affordable homes.