Preschool Teachers Salary in North Dakota
Preschool Teachers in North Dakota earn a median of $39,720 a year, +4% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $39,720
- vs. U.S. median
- +4% ($38,140)
- Rank among states
- 22 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 540
Pay range in North Dakota
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $25,990; the top 10% earn over $59,560. Nationally the range is $28,990 to $61,390.
States ranked near North Dakota
Similar jobs in North Dakota
- Special Education Teachers, Preschool$60,060 median in North Dakota
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education$59,420 median in North Dakota
- Childcare Workers$30,290 median in North Dakota
- Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education$60,030 median in North Dakota
- Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$61,210 median in North Dakota
- Substitute Teachers, Short-Term$42,570 median in North Dakota
Preschool Teachers pay in North Dakota
How much do preschool teachers make in North Dakota?
The median is $39,720 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $25,990 and the top 10% earn over $59,560. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is North Dakota a good state for preschool teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 22 of 51 (+4% vs. the national median of $38,140). Living costs are not included.