Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Ohio | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $72,570 | $66,997 | +8% |
| Median hourly wage | $34.89 | $32.21 | +8% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $78,200.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Kindergarten Teacher in Ohio is $72,570, or about $34.89 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Kindergarten Teachers is $66,997. Ohio is +8% above the national median.
Entry-level kindergarten teachers in Ohio typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,290 kindergarten teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $72,570, Ohio offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.