Preschool Teacher Salary in Portland, OR
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$37,017
Hourly Rate
$17.80
/hour
Jobs in Area
615
employed
Preschool Teacher Salary Range in Portland, OR
Annual Salary Range
$25k
10th percentile
$30k
25th
$45k
75th
$53k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $24,948 | $11.99 |
| 25th Percentile | $29,629 | $14.24 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $37,017 | $17.80 |
| 75th Percentile | $45,357 | $21.81 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $52,566 | $25.27 |
| Average (Mean) | $39,909 | $19.19 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Preschool Teacher salary in Portland, OR is $37,017 per year or $17.80 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 Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Portland, OR Compares
vs National Average
$35,330
vs Oregon Average
$32,645
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$31,159
Cost of living in Portland, OR is 18.8% above the national average.
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