How much does a preschool teacher make in Rochester?
$42,750a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in the Rochester, MN metro area. That is $20.55 an hour or $3,563 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.55
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among cities
- 92 of 383
- Jobs in the area
- 470
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,150Median: $42,750Highest 10%: $59,130
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,150 | $16.42 | |
| 25th | $37,230 | $17.90 | |
| Median | $42,750 | $20.55 | |
| 75th | $48,760 | $23.44 | |
| 90th | $59,130 | $28.43 |
Other cities in Minnesota
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers.
| Sioux Falls, SD | $46,370 |
| Minneapolis, MN | $43,960 |
| 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 |
Related jobs in Rochester
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Librarian and Media Collections Specialist | $80,250 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $79,620 |
| Special Education Teacher | $76,710 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $75,770 |
| Special Education Teacher | $74,020 |
| Secondary School Teacher | $72,790 |
| Adult Basic Education | $71,620 |
| Career/Technical Education Teacher | $67,350 |
| Special Education Teacher | $65,620 |
| Middle School Teacher | $64,390 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Rochester?
The median hourly pay in the Rochester, MN metro area is $20.55 ($42,750 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Rochester than the national average?
Yes: $42,750 against $38,140 nationally, 12% more.
How does Rochester compare with the rest of Minnesota?
The median in Minnesota is $43,430, so Rochester pays 2% less.
Where does Rochester rank for preschool teacher pay?
92 of 383 metro areas with data.
How much does a preschool teacher make starting out in Rochester?
The lowest-paid 10% make $34,150 or less a year; the top 10% make $59,130 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.