How much does a kindergarten teacher make in Eugene?
$58,690a year
Median yearly pay for kindergarten teachers in the Eugene-Springfield, OR metro area. That is $28.22 an hour or $4,891 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.22
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among cities
- 217 of 294
- Jobs in the area
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,560Median: $58,690Highest 10%: $82,790
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,560 | $23.83 | |
| 25th | $57,490 | $27.64 | |
| Median | $58,690 | $28.22 | |
| 75th | $77,680 | $37.35 | |
| 90th | $82,790 | $39.80 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for kindergarten teachers.
| Portland, OR | $81,090 |
| Salem, OR | $74,480 |
| Albany, OR | $68,710 |
| Bend, OR | $62,400 |
| Medford, OR | $62,100 |
Related jobs in Eugene
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Law Teacher | $139,200 |
| Education Teacher | $103,900 |
| Business Teacher | $103,800 |
| Mathematical Science Teacher | $103,600 |
| English Language and Literature Teacher | $103,300 |
| Psychology Teacher | $101,700 |
| Art | $101,300 |
| Philosophy and Religion Teacher | $90,430 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $83,800 |
| Special Education Teacher | $82,050 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a kindergarten teacher make an hour in Eugene?
The median hourly pay in the Eugene-Springfield, OR metro area is $28.22 ($58,690 a year).
Do kindergarten teachers make more in Eugene than the national average?
No: $58,690 against $62,680 nationally, 6% less.
How does Eugene compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $68,580, so Eugene pays 14% less.
Where does Eugene rank for kindergarten teacher pay?
217 of 294 metro areas with data.
How much does a kindergarten teacher make starting out in Eugene?
The lowest-paid 10% make $49,560 or less a year; the top 10% make $82,790 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.