How much does a preschool teacher make in Virginia?
$37,140a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in Virginia. That is $17.86 an hour or $3,095 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.86
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 26 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 13,570
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,290Median: $37,140Highest 10%: $60,710
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,290 | $14.56 | |
| 25th | $34,660 | $16.66 | |
| Median | $37,140 | $17.86 | |
| 75th | $45,150 | $21.71 | |
| 90th | $60,710 | $29.19 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $44,660 |
| Winchester, VA | $37,660 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $37,250 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $36,330 |
| Richmond, VA | $35,980 |
| Roanoke, VA | $35,900 |
| Kingsport, TN | $34,810 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $34,740 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $31,200 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $30,070 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for preschool teachers.
| 23. New Hampshire | $39,350 |
| 24. Nevada | $38,870 |
| 25. Louisiana | $38,020 |
| 26. Virginia | $37,140 |
| 27. Michigan | $37,110 |
| 28. Rhode Island | $36,830 |
| 29. Indiana | $36,650 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $17.86 ($37,140 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $37,140 against $38,140 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Virginia rank for preschool teacher pay?
Virginia ranks 26 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays preschool teachers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $44,660 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.