How much does a preschool teacher make in Oregon?
$45,140a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in Oregon. That is $21.70 an hour or $3,762 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.70
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 6,300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,680Median: $45,140Highest 10%: $63,550
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,680 | $17.15 | |
| 25th | $38,670 | $18.59 | |
| Median | $45,140 | $21.70 | |
| 75th | $56,840 | $27.33 | |
| 90th | $63,550 | $30.55 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $45,310 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $45,020 |
| Bend, OR | $44,610 |
| Medford, OR | $44,200 |
| Salem, OR | $44,060 |
| Eugene, OR | $43,900 |
| Corvallis, OR | $40,300 |
| Albany, OR | $40,010 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for preschool teachers.
| 11. Connecticut | $45,740 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $21.70 ($45,140 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Oregon than the national average?
Yes: $45,140 against $38,140 nationally, 18% more.
Where does Oregon rank for preschool teacher pay?
Oregon ranks 14 of 51 states.
Which city in Oregon pays preschool teachers the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $45,310 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.