How much does a preschool teacher make in Gainesville?
$45,140a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in the Gainesville, GA metro area. That is $21.70 an hour or $3,762 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.70
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among cities
- 52 of 383
- Jobs in the area
- 340
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,180Median: $45,140Highest 10%: $106,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,180 | $13.55 | |
| 25th | $36,190 | $17.40 | |
| Median | $45,140 | $21.70 | |
| 75th | $72,910 | $35.05 | |
| 90th | $106,900 | $51.37 |
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 |
| Savannah, GA | $44,980 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $44,500 |
| Rome, GA | $41,360 |
| Atlanta, GA | $39,870 |
| 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 Gainesville
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Librarian and Media Collections Specialist | $77,460 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $77,420 |
| Mathematical Science Teacher | $68,440 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $64,780 |
| Special Education Teacher | $63,650 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $63,020 |
| Secondary School Teacher | $62,950 |
| Special Education Teacher | $62,730 |
| Special Education Teacher | $61,320 |
| Middle School Teacher | $60,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Gainesville?
The median hourly pay in the Gainesville, GA metro area is $21.70 ($45,140 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Gainesville than the national average?
Yes: $45,140 against $38,140 nationally, 18% more.
How does Gainesville compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $43,920, so Gainesville pays 3% more.
Where does Gainesville rank for preschool teacher pay?
52 of 383 metro areas with data.
How much does a preschool teacher make starting out in Gainesville?
The lowest-paid 10% make $28,180 or less a year; the top 10% make $106,900 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.