How much does a preschool teacher make in Atlanta?
$39,870a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area. That is $19.17 an hour or $3,323 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.17
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among cities
- 110 of 383
- Jobs in the area
- 10,630
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,160Median: $39,870Highest 10%: $75,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,160 | $13.54 | |
| 25th | $35,460 | $17.05 | |
| Median | $39,870 | $19.17 | |
| 75th | $57,890 | $27.83 | |
| 90th | $75,700 | $36.39 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers.
| Albany, GA | $62,680 |
| Brunswick, GA | $58,000 |
| Hinesville, GA | $49,690 |
| Dalton, GA | $46,090 |
| Gainesville, GA | $45,140 |
| Savannah, GA | $44,980 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $44,500 |
| Rome, GA | $41,360 |
| Macon, GA | $39,430 |
| Augusta, GA | $36,830 |
| Athens, GA | $36,410 |
| Valdosta, GA | $35,970 |
| Columbus, GA | $35,030 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $34,600 |
Related jobs in Atlanta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Economics Teacher | $133,500 |
| Engineering Teacher | $132,200 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $130,900 |
| Environmental Science Teacher | $110,500 |
| Business Teacher | $108,300 |
| Computer Science Teacher | $107,800 |
| Physics Teacher | $107,400 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $107,100 |
| Architecture Teacher | $103,200 |
| Chemistry Teacher | $102,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Atlanta?
The median hourly pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area is $19.17 ($39,870 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Atlanta than the national average?
Yes: $39,870 against $38,140 nationally, 5% more.
How does Atlanta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $43,920, so Atlanta pays 9% less.
Where does Atlanta rank for preschool teacher pay?
110 of 383 metro areas with data.
How much does a preschool teacher make starting out in Atlanta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $28,160 or less a year; the top 10% make $75,700 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.