Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $53,180 | $66,997 | -21% |
| Median hourly wage | $25.57 | $32.21 | -21% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $56,394.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Kindergarten Teacher in North Carolina is $53,180, or about $25.57 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Kindergarten Teachers is $66,997. North Carolina is -21% below the national median.
Entry-level kindergarten teachers in North Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,250 kindergarten teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $53,180, North Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.