How much does a preschool teacher make in Colorado Springs?
$40,850a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in the Colorado Springs, CO metro area. That is $19.64 an hour or $3,404 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.64
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among cities
- 102 of 383
- Jobs in the area
- 400
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,690Median: $40,850Highest 10%: $59,830
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,690 | $16.20 | |
| 25th | $35,400 | $17.02 | |
| Median | $40,850 | $19.64 | |
| 75th | $44,580 | $21.43 | |
| 90th | $59,830 | $28.76 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers.
| Boulder, CO | $46,530 |
| Denver, CO | $45,680 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $44,260 |
| Greeley, CO | $42,640 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $39,140 |
| Pueblo, CO | $38,880 |
Related jobs in Colorado Springs
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Nursing Instructor and Teacher | $84,910 |
| Computer Science Teacher | $80,100 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $78,180 |
| Teacher and Instructor | $76,380 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $74,230 |
| English Language and Literature Teacher | $72,910 |
| Art | $72,750 |
| Business Teacher | $72,020 |
| Education Teacher | $64,970 |
| Adult Basic Education | $64,890 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Colorado Springs?
The median hourly pay in the Colorado Springs, CO metro area is $19.64 ($40,850 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Colorado Springs than the national average?
Yes: $40,850 against $38,140 nationally, 7% more.
How does Colorado Springs compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $45,500, so Colorado Springs pays 10% less.
Where does Colorado Springs rank for preschool teacher pay?
102 of 383 metro areas with data.
How much does a preschool teacher make starting out in Colorado Springs?
The lowest-paid 10% make $33,690 or less a year; the top 10% make $59,830 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.