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Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in Alabama
Ranked #51 of 51 · AL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of preschool teachers, except special educations in Alabama earn between $21,150 and $47,350. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean preschool teachers, except special education salary in Alabama is $31,160, about 27.6% below the U.S. average ($43,030). That works out to roughly $15/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Alabama
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile, AL | $29,090 | $37,650 | 990 |
| Southwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area | $28,820 | $34,060 | 360 |
| Huntsville, AL | $28,760 | $30,010 | — |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | $28,630 | $29,660 | 330 |
| Birmingham, AL | $28,540 | $32,180 | 2,070 |
| Montgomery, AL | $28,540 | $30,540 | 640 |
| Auburn-Opelika, AL | $28,490 | $29,060 | 500 |
| Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL | $28,480 | $29,440 | 360 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do preschool teachers, except special education make in Alabama?
The median preschool teachers, except special education salary in Alabama is $28,310 per year (mean $31,160), and about 80% earn between $21,150 and $47,350.
How much do preschool teachers, except special education make per hour in Alabama?
Roughly $15 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $31,160 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Alabama a high-paying state for preschool teachers, except special education?
Alabama ranks #51 of 51 states for preschool teachers, except special education pay. Its mean salary of $31,160 is about 27.6% below the U.S. average of $43,030.
Which metro areas in Alabama pay preschool teachers, except special education the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Alabama for preschool teachers, except special education are Mobile, AL ($29,090), Southwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area ($28,820), Huntsville, AL ($28,760), by median annual wage.
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