Preschool Teachers Salary in Minnesota
Preschool Teachers in Minnesota earn a median of $43,430 a year, +14% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $43,430
- vs. U.S. median
- +14% ($38,140)
- Rank among states
- 20 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 10,320
Pay range in Minnesota
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $36,060; the top 10% earn over $61,190. Nationally the range is $28,990 to $61,390.
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Similar jobs in Minnesota
- Special Education Teachers, Preschool$75,880 median in Minnesota
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education$75,500 median in Minnesota
- Childcare Workers$35,520 median in Minnesota
- Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education$76,350 median in Minnesota
- Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$76,460 median in Minnesota
- Substitute Teachers, Short-Term$50,390 median in Minnesota
Preschool Teachers pay in Minnesota
How much do preschool teachers make in Minnesota?
The median is $43,430 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $36,060 and the top 10% earn over $61,190. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Minnesota a good state for preschool teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 20 of 51 (+14% vs. the national median of $38,140). Living costs are not included.