Preschool Teachers Salary in District of Columbia
Preschool Teachers in District of Columbia earn a median of $62,150 a year, +63% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $62,150
- vs. U.S. median
- +63% ($38,140)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,350
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $40,240; the top 10% earn over $108,270. Nationally the range is $28,990 to $61,390.
States ranked near District of Columbia
Similar jobs in District of Columbia
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education$81,500 median in District of Columbia
- Childcare Workers$47,340 median in District of Columbia
- Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education$96,580 median in District of Columbia
- Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$82,750 median in District of Columbia
- Substitute Teachers, Short-Term$49,790 median in District of Columbia
- Special Education Teachers, Secondary School$99,670 median in District of Columbia
Preschool Teachers pay in District of Columbia
How much do preschool teachers make in District of Columbia?
The median is $62,150 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $40,240 and the top 10% earn over $108,270. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for preschool teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 51 (+63% vs. the national median of $38,140). Living costs are not included.