How much does a preschool teacher make in Atlantic City?
$59,320a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in the Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ metro area. That is $28.52 an hour or $4,943 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.52
- Vs. national median
- +56%
- Rank among cities
- 3 of 383
- Jobs in the area
- 460
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,710Median: $59,320Highest 10%: $96,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,710 | $17.65 | |
| 25th | $38,390 | $18.46 | |
| Median | $59,320 | $28.52 | |
| 75th | $68,170 | $32.77 | |
| 90th | $96,700 | $46.49 |
Other cities in New Jersey
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers.
| Vineland, NJ | $63,340 |
| New York, NY | $50,230 |
| Trenton, NJ | $44,880 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $36,750 |
| Allentown, PA | $35,780 |
Related jobs in Atlantic City
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Instructional Coordinator | $96,940 |
| Secondary School Teacher | $90,070 |
| Special Education Teacher | $84,760 |
| Middle School Teacher | $82,760 |
| Special Education Teacher | $80,730 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $80,480 |
| Career/Technical Education Teacher | $79,100 |
| Special Education Teacher | $77,700 |
| Librarian and Media Collections Specialist | $76,720 |
| Special Education Teacher | $76,450 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Atlantic City?
The median hourly pay in the Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ metro area is $28.52 ($59,320 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Atlantic City than the national average?
Yes: $59,320 against $38,140 nationally, 56% more.
How does Atlantic City compare with the rest of New Jersey?
The median in New Jersey is $48,220, so Atlantic City pays 23% more.
Where does Atlantic City rank for preschool teacher pay?
3 of 383 metro areas with data.
How much does a preschool teacher make starting out in Atlantic City?
The lowest-paid 10% make $36,710 or less a year; the top 10% make $96,700 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.