How much does a preschool teacher make in Maryland?
$44,600a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in Maryland. That is $21.44 an hour or $3,717 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.44
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 8,020
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,760Median: $44,600Highest 10%: $67,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,760 | $17.19 | |
| 25th | $36,750 | $17.67 | |
| Median | $44,600 | $21.44 | |
| 75th | $47,710 | $22.94 | |
| 90th | $67,510 | $32.46 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $44,660 |
| Salisbury, MD | $44,570 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $43,510 |
| Baltimore, MD | $39,280 |
| Hagerstown, MD | $38,290 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $36,750 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for preschool teachers.
| 12. Washington | $45,660 |
| 13. Colorado | $45,500 |
| 14. Oregon | $45,140 |
| 15. Maryland | $44,600 |
| 16. South Dakota | $44,500 |
| 17. New Mexico | $44,070 |
| 18. Georgia | $43,920 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $21.44 ($44,600 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $44,600 against $38,140 nationally, 17% more.
Where does Maryland rank for preschool teacher pay?
Maryland ranks 15 of 51 states.
Which city in Maryland pays preschool teachers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $44,660 a year.
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.