How much does a preschool teacher make in Tulsa?
$32,130a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in the Tulsa, OK metro area. That is $15.45 an hour or $2,678 a month.
- Hourly
- $15.45
- Vs. national median
- -16%
- Rank among cities
- 308 of 383
- Jobs in the area
- 1,740
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $23,470Median: $32,130Highest 10%: $58,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $23,470 | $11.28 | |
| 25th | $29,090 | $13.99 | |
| Median | $32,130 | $15.45 | |
| 75th | $47,120 | $22.65 | |
| 90th | $58,900 | $28.32 |
Other cities in Oklahoma
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers.
| Fort Smith, AR | $40,710 |
| Oklahoma City, OK | $31,300 |
| Lawton, OK | $28,390 |
| Enid, OK | $27,910 |
Related jobs in Tulsa
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Business Teacher | $79,100 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $76,520 |
| Nursing Instructor and Teacher | $75,730 |
| Education Teacher | $73,540 |
| English Language and Literature Teacher | $68,340 |
| Art | $67,680 |
| Mathematical Science Teacher | $66,030 |
| Career/Technical Education Teacher | $65,400 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $61,050 |
| Librarian and Media Collections Specialist | $58,040 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Tulsa?
The median hourly pay in the Tulsa, OK metro area is $15.45 ($32,130 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Tulsa than the national average?
No: $32,130 against $38,140 nationally, 16% less.
How does Tulsa compare with the rest of Oklahoma?
The median in Oklahoma is $31,790, so Tulsa pays 1% more.
Where does Tulsa rank for preschool teacher pay?
308 of 383 metro areas with data.
How much does a preschool teacher make starting out in Tulsa?
The lowest-paid 10% make $23,470 or less a year; the top 10% make $58,900 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.