Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Connecticut | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $90,030 | $66,997 | +34% |
| Median hourly wage | $43.28 | $32.21 | +34% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $86,902.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Kindergarten Teacher in Connecticut is $90,030, or about $43.28 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Kindergarten Teachers is $66,997. Connecticut is +34% above the national median.
Entry-level kindergarten teachers in Connecticut typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,420 kindergarten teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $90,030, Connecticut offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.