How much does a preschool teacher make in Minnesota?
$43,430a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in Minnesota. That is $20.88 an hour or $3,619 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.88
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 10,320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,060Median: $43,430Highest 10%: $61,190
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,060 | $17.34 | |
| 25th | $37,570 | $18.06 | |
| Median | $43,430 | $20.88 | |
| 75th | $47,240 | $22.71 | |
| 90th | $61,190 | $29.42 |
Cities in Minnesota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Sioux Falls, SD | $46,370 |
| Minneapolis, MN | $43,960 |
| Rochester, MN | $42,750 |
| Mankato, MN | $41,820 |
| Fargo, ND | $41,170 |
| Grand Forks, ND | $39,110 |
| St. Cloud, MN | $38,420 |
| Duluth, MN | $37,920 |
| La Crosse, WI | $36,150 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for preschool teachers.
| 17. New Mexico | $44,070 |
| 18. Georgia | $43,920 |
| 19. Maine | $43,890 |
| 20. Minnesota | $43,430 |
| 21. Illinois | $40,910 |
| 22. North Dakota | $39,720 |
| 23. New Hampshire | $39,350 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Minnesota?
The median hourly pay in Minnesota is $20.88 ($43,430 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Minnesota than the national average?
Yes: $43,430 against $38,140 nationally, 14% more.
Where does Minnesota rank for preschool teacher pay?
Minnesota ranks 20 of 51 states.
Which city in Minnesota pays preschool teachers the most?
Sioux Falls, SD-MN, with a median of $46,370 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.