Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Minnesota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $75,500 | $66,997 | +13% |
| Median hourly wage | $36.30 | $32.21 | +13% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $76,572.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Kindergarten Teacher in Minnesota is $75,500, or about $36.30 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Kindergarten Teachers is $66,997. Minnesota is +13% above the national median.
Entry-level kindergarten teachers in Minnesota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,840 kindergarten teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $75,500, Minnesota offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.