Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in the United States
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for kindergarten teachers, except special education in the United States was $62,680 (— per hour), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,990 | — |
| 25th | $52,180 | — |
| Median | $62,680 | — |
| 75th | $79,910 | — |
| 90th | $101,830 | — |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 25-2012
- Total U.S. employment: 108,870
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
What this means
With approximately 108,870 kindergarten teachers, except special education employed, this is a major occupation in the labor market.
Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $50,900 | — | -18.8% | 310 |
| Arizona | $52,830 | — | -15.7% | 3,020 |
| Arkansas | $52,060 | — | -16.9% | 1,490 |
| California | $82,550 | — | +31.7% | 7,430 |
| Colorado | $62,870 | — | +0.3% | 3,260 |
| Connecticut | $90,030 | — | +43.6% | 1,420 |
| Delaware | $74,030 | — | +18.1% | 70 |
| District of Columbia | $81,500 | — | +30.0% | 180 |
| Florida | $58,100 | — | -7.3% | 8,810 |
| Georgia | $65,680 | — | +4.8% | 4,530 |
| Hawaii | $53,160 | — | -15.2% | 90 |
| Idaho | $62,240 | — | -0.7% | 460 |
| Illinois | $64,020 | — | +2.1% | 4,660 |
| Indiana | $58,250 | — | -7.1% | 2,120 |
| Iowa | $58,420 | — | -6.8% | 1,160 |
| Kansas | $56,670 | — | -9.6% | 1,300 |
| Kentucky | $60,280 | — | -3.8% | 2,450 |
| Louisiana | $53,130 | — | -15.2% | 3,730 |
| Maine | $52,660 | — | -16.0% | 570 |
| Maryland | $75,910 | — | +21.1% | 1,560 |
| Massachusetts | $84,100 | — | +34.2% | 1,980 |
| Michigan | $63,300 | — | +1.0% | 1,890 |
| Minnesota | $75,500 | — | +20.5% | 2,840 |
| Mississippi | $48,880 | — | -22.0% | 1,350 |
| Missouri | $56,590 | — | -9.7% | 2,300 |
| Montana | $47,590 | — | -24.1% | 400 |
| Nebraska | $62,200 | — | -0.8% | 1,120 |
| Nevada | $64,930 | — | +3.6% | 1,400 |
| New Hampshire | $60,240 | — | -3.9% | 520 |
| New Jersey | $74,210 | — | +18.4% | 5,370 |
| New Mexico | $74,380 | — | +18.7% | 950 |
| New York | $77,630 | — | +23.9% | 6,950 |
| North Carolina | $53,180 | — | -15.2% | 2,250 |
| North Dakota | $59,420 | — | -5.2% | 600 |
| Ohio | $72,570 | — | +15.8% | 3,290 |
| Oklahoma | $47,860 | — | -23.6% | 1,690 |
| Oregon | $68,580 | — | +9.4% | 1,330 |
| Pennsylvania | $64,430 | — | +2.8% | 2,510 |
| Rhode Island | $85,470 | — | +36.4% | 360 |
| South Carolina | $60,890 | — | -2.9% | 1,540 |
| South Dakota | $49,410 | — | -21.2% | 610 |
| Tennessee | $58,070 | — | -7.4% | 2,740 |
| Texas | $63,780 | — | +1.8% | 3,820 |
| Utah | $63,190 | — | +0.8% | 530 |
| Vermont | $63,280 | — | +1.0% | 250 |
| Virginia | $63,920 | — | +2.0% | 3,740 |
| Washington | $99,960 | — | +59.5% | 5,270 |
| West Virginia | $58,790 | — | -6.2% | 730 |
| Wisconsin | $59,350 | — | -5.3% | 1,510 |
| Wyoming | $60,990 | — | -2.7% | 360 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for kindergarten teachers, except special education?
The median annual wage for kindergarten teachers, except special education is $62,680 (— per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2025.
Which state pays kindergarten teachers, except special education the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many kindergarten teachers, except special education are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 108,870 kindergarten teachers, except special education employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do kindergarten teachers, except special education make per hour?
The median hourly wage is —. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.