How much does a preschool teacher make in Portland?
$39,350a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area. That is $18.92 an hour or $3,279 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.92
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 116 of 383
- Jobs in the area
- 530
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,290Median: $39,350Highest 10%: $56,920
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,290 | $17.93 | |
| 25th | $37,850 | $18.20 | |
| Median | $39,350 | $18.92 | |
| 75th | $45,490 | $21.87 | |
| 90th | $56,920 | $27.37 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers.
| Lewiston, ME | $47,010 |
| Bangor, ME | $38,780 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Computer Science Teacher | $133,400 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $122,700 |
| Teacher and Instructor | $92,100 |
| Social Work Teacher | $82,880 |
| Nursing Instructor and Teacher | $82,390 |
| English Language and Literature Teacher | $80,580 |
| Career/Technical Education Teacher | $78,810 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $78,210 |
| Special Education Teacher | $78,160 |
| Education Teacher | $78,040 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area is $18.92 ($39,350 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $39,350 against $38,140 nationally, 3% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $43,890, so Portland pays 10% less.
Where does Portland rank for preschool teacher pay?
116 of 383 metro areas with data.
How much does a preschool teacher make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,290 or less a year; the top 10% make $56,920 or more.
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.