Preschool Teachers Salary in Maryland
Preschool Teachers in Maryland earn a median of $44,600 a year, +17% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $44,600
- vs. U.S. median
- +17% ($38,140)
- Rank among states
- 15 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 8,020
Pay range in Maryland
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,760; the top 10% earn over $67,510. Nationally the range is $28,990 to $61,390.
States ranked near Maryland
Similar jobs in Maryland
- Special Education Teachers, Preschool$85,010 median in Maryland
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education$75,910 median in Maryland
- Childcare Workers$36,030 median in Maryland
- Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education$77,680 median in Maryland
- Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$78,670 median in Maryland
- Substitute Teachers, Short-Term$46,470 median in Maryland
Preschool Teachers pay in Maryland
How much do preschool teachers make in Maryland?
The median is $44,600 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,760 and the top 10% earn over $67,510. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Maryland a good state for preschool teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 15 of 51 (+17% vs. the national median of $38,140). Living costs are not included.