Preschool Teacher Salary in Cleveland, OH
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$33,901
Hourly Rate
$16.30
/hour
Jobs in Area
650
employed
Preschool Teacher Salary Range in Cleveland, OH
Annual Salary Range
$22k
10th percentile
$28k
25th
$41k
75th
$51k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $22,025 | $10.59 |
| 25th Percentile | $28,138 | $13.53 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $33,901 | $16.30 |
| 75th Percentile | $40,827 | $19.63 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $50,716 | $24.38 |
| Average (Mean) | $36,635 | $17.61 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Preschool Teacher salary in Cleveland, OH is $33,901 per year or $16.30 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Cleveland-Elyria Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Cleveland, OH Compares
vs National Average
$35,330
vs Ohio Average
$36,590
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$37,050
Cost of living in Cleveland, OH is 8.5% below the national average.
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