How much does a preschool teacher make in Salem?
$44,060a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $21.18 an hour or $3,672 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.18
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among cities
- 80 of 383
- Jobs in the area
- 650
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,650Median: $44,060Highest 10%: $59,120
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,650 | $17.62 | |
| 25th | $36,830 | $17.71 | |
| Median | $44,060 | $21.18 | |
| 75th | $49,890 | $23.99 | |
| 90th | $59,120 | $28.42 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers.
| Portland, OR | $45,310 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $45,020 |
| Bend, OR | $44,610 |
| Medford, OR | $44,200 |
| Eugene, OR | $43,900 |
| Corvallis, OR | $40,300 |
| Albany, OR | $40,010 |
Related jobs in Salem
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Postsecondary Teacher | $98,840 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $98,060 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $97,810 |
| English Language and Literature Teacher | $89,180 |
| Special Education Teacher | $82,140 |
| Special Education Teacher | $80,110 |
| Career/Technical Education Teacher | $77,940 |
| Secondary School Teacher | $77,810 |
| Special Education Teacher | $77,390 |
| Middle School Teacher | $77,340 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $21.18 ($44,060 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Salem than the national average?
Yes: $44,060 against $38,140 nationally, 16% more.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $45,140, so Salem pays 2% less.
Where does Salem rank for preschool teacher pay?
80 of 383 metro areas with data.
How much does a preschool teacher make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $36,650 or less a year; the top 10% make $59,120 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.