How much does a preschool teacher make in Michigan?
$37,110a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in Michigan. That is $17.84 an hour or $3,093 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.84
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 27 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 10,950
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,310Median: $37,110Highest 10%: $50,720
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,310 | $14.57 | |
| 25th | $34,650 | $16.66 | |
| Median | $37,110 | $17.84 | |
| 75th | $45,310 | $21.78 | |
| 90th | $50,720 | $24.38 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Jackson, MI | $38,570 |
| Traverse City, MI | $38,070 |
| Muskegon, MI | $37,710 |
| Detroit, MI | $37,500 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | $37,350 |
| Monroe, MI | $37,090 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | $37,070 |
| Lansing, MI | $36,990 |
| Midland, MI | $36,600 |
| Bay City, MI | $36,570 |
| Saginaw, MI | $36,550 |
| Kalamazoo, MI | $36,380 |
| Battle Creek, MI | $36,310 |
| South Bend, IN | $35,210 |
| Niles, MI | $35,050 |
| Flint, MI | $31,760 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for preschool teachers.
| 24. Nevada | $38,870 |
| 25. Louisiana | $38,020 |
| 26. Virginia | $37,140 |
| 27. Michigan | $37,110 |
| 28. Rhode Island | $36,830 |
| 29. Indiana | $36,650 |
| 30. Montana | $36,540 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $17.84 ($37,110 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Michigan than the national average?
No: $37,110 against $38,140 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Michigan rank for preschool teacher pay?
Michigan ranks 27 of 51 states.
Which city in Michigan pays preschool teachers the most?
Jackson, MI, with a median of $38,570 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.