Preschool Teachers Salary in Washington
Preschool Teachers in Washington earn a median of $45,660 a year, +20% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $45,660
- vs. U.S. median
- +20% ($38,140)
- Rank among states
- 12 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 13,210
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,080; the top 10% earn over $60,130. Nationally the range is $28,990 to $61,390.
States ranked near Washington
Similar jobs in Washington
- Special Education Teachers, Preschool$86,580 median in Washington
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education$99,960 median in Washington
- Childcare Workers$41,680 median in Washington
- Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education$102,350 median in Washington
- Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$102,670 median in Washington
- Substitute Teachers, Short-Term$55,740 median in Washington
Preschool Teachers pay in Washington
How much do preschool teachers make in Washington?
The median is $45,660 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,080 and the top 10% earn over $60,130. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for preschool teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 12 of 51 (+20% vs. the national median of $38,140). Living costs are not included.