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Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in Minnesota
Ranked #20 of 51 · MN
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of preschool teachers, except special educations in Minnesota earn between $36,060 and $61,190. 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 Minnesota is $45,130, about 4.9% above the U.S. average ($43,030). That works out to roughly $22/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Minnesota
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area | $48,460 | $47,260 | 270 |
| Northeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area | $45,370 | $46,230 | 130 |
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $43,960 | $45,240 | 7,650 |
| Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area | $43,830 | $45,980 | 540 |
| Rochester, MN | $42,750 | $44,450 | 470 |
| Mankato, MN | $41,820 | $42,750 | 230 |
| Southeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area | $38,840 | $43,550 | 340 |
| St. Cloud, MN | $38,420 | $43,310 | 310 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do preschool teachers, except special education make in Minnesota?
The median preschool teachers, except special education salary in Minnesota is $43,430 per year (mean $45,130), and about 80% earn between $36,060 and $61,190.
How much do preschool teachers, except special education make per hour in Minnesota?
Roughly $22 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $45,130 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Minnesota a high-paying state for preschool teachers, except special education?
Minnesota ranks #20 of 51 states for preschool teachers, except special education pay. Its mean salary of $45,130 is about 4.9% above the U.S. average of $43,030.
Which metro areas in Minnesota pay preschool teachers, except special education the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Minnesota for preschool teachers, except special education are Southwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area ($48,460), Northeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area ($45,370), Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI ($43,960), by median annual wage.
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