How much does a preschool teacher make in Eugene?
$43,900a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in the Eugene-Springfield, OR metro area. That is $21.11 an hour or $3,658 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.11
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among cities
- 83 of 383
- Jobs in the area
- 550
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,210Median: $43,900Highest 10%: $59,030
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,210 | $16.93 | |
| 25th | $37,060 | $17.82 | |
| Median | $43,900 | $21.11 | |
| 75th | $48,920 | $23.52 | |
| 90th | $59,030 | $28.38 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers.
| Portland, OR | $45,310 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $45,020 |
| Bend, OR | $44,610 |
| Medford, OR | $44,200 |
| Salem, OR | $44,060 |
| Corvallis, OR | $40,300 |
| Albany, OR | $40,010 |
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 preschool teacher make an hour in Eugene?
The median hourly pay in the Eugene-Springfield, OR metro area is $21.11 ($43,900 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Eugene than the national average?
Yes: $43,900 against $38,140 nationally, 15% more.
How does Eugene compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $45,140, so Eugene pays 3% less.
Where does Eugene rank for preschool teacher pay?
83 of 383 metro areas with data.
How much does a preschool teacher make starting out in Eugene?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,210 or less a year; the top 10% make $59,030 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.