How much does a preschool teacher make in Washington?
$45,660a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in Washington. That is $21.95 an hour or $3,805 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.95
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 13,210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,080Median: $45,660Highest 10%: $60,130
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,080 | $18.31 | |
| 25th | $42,800 | $20.58 | |
| Median | $45,660 | $21.95 | |
| 75th | $48,490 | $23.31 | |
| 90th | $60,130 | $28.91 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Mount Vernon, WA | $48,510 |
| Seattle, WA | $46,380 |
| Portland, OR | $45,310 |
| Longview, WA | $44,350 |
| Kennewick, WA | $44,180 |
| Bremerton, WA | $43,440 |
| Olympia, WA | $43,290 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $42,270 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $41,960 |
| Yakima, WA | $41,670 |
| Spokane, WA | $39,990 |
| Bellingham, WA | $39,350 |
| Lewiston, ID | $34,680 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for preschool teachers.
| 9. Alaska | $46,130 |
| 10. Massachusetts | $45,890 |
| 11. Connecticut | $45,740 |
| 12. Washington | $45,660 |
| 13. Colorado | $45,500 |
| 14. Oregon | $45,140 |
| 15. Maryland | $44,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $21.95 ($45,660 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $45,660 against $38,140 nationally, 20% more.
Where does Washington rank for preschool teacher pay?
Washington ranks 12 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays preschool teachers the most?
Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA, with a median of $48,510 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.