Preschool Teachers Salary in Rhode Island
Preschool Teachers in Rhode Island earn a median of $36,830 a year, −3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $36,830
- vs. U.S. median
- −3% ($38,140)
- Rank among states
- 28 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,890
Pay range in Rhode Island
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,200; the top 10% earn over $46,180. Nationally the range is $28,990 to $61,390.
States ranked near Rhode Island
Similar jobs in Rhode Island
- Special Education Teachers, Preschool$59,310 median in Rhode Island
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education$85,470 median in Rhode Island
- Childcare Workers$36,940 median in Rhode Island
- Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education$90,930 median in Rhode Island
- Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$92,610 median in Rhode Island
- Substitute Teachers, Short-Term$45,590 median in Rhode Island
Preschool Teachers pay in Rhode Island
How much do preschool teachers make in Rhode Island?
The median is $36,830 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,200 and the top 10% earn over $46,180. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Rhode Island a good state for preschool teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 28 of 51 (−3% vs. the national median of $38,140). Living costs are not included.