How much does a preschool teacher make in New Jersey?
$48,220a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in New Jersey. That is $23.18 an hour or $4,018 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.18
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 16,190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,020Median: $48,220Highest 10%: $86,910
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,020 | $17.80 | |
| 25th | $39,030 | $18.76 | |
| Median | $48,220 | $23.18 | |
| 75th | $64,370 | $30.95 | |
| 90th | $86,910 | $41.78 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Vineland, NJ | $63,340 |
| Atlantic City, NJ | $59,320 |
| New York, NY | $50,230 |
| Trenton, NJ | $44,880 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $36,750 |
| Allentown, PA | $35,780 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for preschool teachers.
| 1. District of Columbia | $62,150 |
| 2. Vermont | $49,730 |
| 3. Hawaii | $48,780 |
| 4. New Jersey | $48,220 |
| 5. Kansas | $47,750 |
| 6. California | $47,400 |
| 7. Nebraska | $47,040 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $23.18 ($48,220 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $48,220 against $38,140 nationally, 26% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for preschool teacher pay?
New Jersey ranks 4 of 51 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays preschool teachers the most?
Vineland, NJ, with a median of $63,340 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.