How much does a preschool teacher make in Baltimore?
$39,280a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD metro area. That is $18.88 an hour or $3,273 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.88
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 117 of 383
- Jobs in the area
- 4,610
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,540Median: $39,280Highest 10%: $67,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,540 | $17.09 | |
| 25th | $36,430 | $17.51 | |
| Median | $39,280 | $18.88 | |
| 75th | $46,010 | $22.12 | |
| 90th | $67,510 | $32.46 |
Other cities in Maryland
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers.
| Washington, DC | $44,660 |
| Salisbury, MD | $44,570 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $43,510 |
| Hagerstown, MD | $38,290 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $36,750 |
Related jobs in Baltimore
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Law Teacher | $140,000 |
| Economics Teacher | $133,500 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $108,200 |
| Atmospheric | $107,500 |
| Business Teacher | $107,100 |
| Engineering Teacher | $106,700 |
| Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teacher | $105,700 |
| Political Science Teacher | $102,400 |
| Special Education Teacher | $101,700 |
| Computer Science Teacher | $100,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Baltimore?
The median hourly pay in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD metro area is $18.88 ($39,280 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Baltimore than the national average?
Yes: $39,280 against $38,140 nationally, 3% more.
How does Baltimore compare with the rest of Maryland?
The median in Maryland is $44,600, so Baltimore pays 12% less.
Where does Baltimore rank for preschool teacher pay?
117 of 383 metro areas with data.
How much does a preschool teacher make starting out in Baltimore?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,540 or less a year; the top 10% make $67,510 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.