Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in Rhode Island

Ranked #28 of 51 · RI

7.4% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $39,850 ≈ $19/hr
Median annual salary $36,830
Employment 1,890

Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)

P10 $31,200P25 $35,900 Median $36,830P75 $43,280P90 $46,180

About 80% of preschool teachers, except special educations in Rhode Island earn between $31,200 and $46,180. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.

Compared to the U.S.

Rhode Island
$39,850
U.S. average
$43,030

The mean preschool teachers, except special education salary in Rhode Island is $39,850, about 7.4% below the U.S. average ($43,030). That works out to roughly $19/hr at 2,080 hours per year.

Metro Areas in Rhode Island

Metro areaMedianMeanEmployment
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA $37,900 $43,620 3,410

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do preschool teachers, except special education make in Rhode Island?

The median preschool teachers, except special education salary in Rhode Island is $36,830 per year (mean $39,850), and about 80% earn between $31,200 and $46,180.

How much do preschool teachers, except special education make per hour in Rhode Island?

Roughly $19 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $39,850 and 2,080 work hours per year.

Is Rhode Island a high-paying state for preschool teachers, except special education?

Rhode Island ranks #28 of 51 states for preschool teachers, except special education pay. Its mean salary of $39,850 is about 7.4% below the U.S. average of $43,030.

Which metro areas in Rhode Island pay preschool teachers, except special education the most?

The highest-paying metro areas in Rhode Island for preschool teachers, except special education are Providence-Warwick, RI-MA ($37,900), by median annual wage.

← Back to all preschool teachers, except special education states