What are the main factors that influence an Assistant Kindergarten Teacher's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Kindergarten Teacher?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Kindergarten Teacher roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change An Assistant Kindergarten Teacher's salary?

An Assistant Kindergarten Teacher's salary grows with experience: starting around $34,166 for beginners, reaching about $35,861 at mid-level, and approach $37,607 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Assistant Kindergarten Teacher?

Assistant Kindergarten Teacher salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assistant Kindergarten Teacher roles are District of Columbia $38,898, California $38,751, Massachusetts $38,234. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Assistant Kindergarten Teacher roles make?

Salaries for Assistant Kindergarten Teacher level roles vary by specialization: Kindergarten Classroom Teacher: $54,300; Teacher Kindergarten: $54,287; Transitional Kindergarten Teacher: $51,931; Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher: $48,754; Kindergarten Lead Teacher: $46,710.

Assistant Kindergarten Teacher Salary in Delaware

How much does an Assistant Kindergarten Teacher make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Kindergarten Teacher in Delaware is $35,578 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

However, an Assistant Kindergarten Teacher's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $41,211
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $31,511 to $38,527
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $27,808

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Assistant Kindergarten Teacher Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$38,527	$3,211	$741	$19
Average	$35,578	$2,965	$684	$17
25th Percentile	$31,511	$2,626	$606	$15

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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Kindergarten Teacher Salaries

An Assistant Kindergarten Teacher's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Kindergarten Teacher Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Kindergarten Teacher's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $34,166
Early Career (1-2 years): $34,448
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $35,861
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $37,010
Expert (over 8 years): $37,607

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Assistant Kindergarten Teacher	$34,166
Intermediate Level Assistant Kindergarten Teacher	$34,448
Senior Level Assistant Kindergarten Teacher	$35,861
Specialist Level Assistant Kindergarten Teacher	$37,010
Expert Level Assistant Kindergarten Teacher	$37,607

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How Do Assistant Kindergarten Teacher Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Assistant Kindergarten Teachers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $38,898.
California: $38,751.
Massachusetts: $38,234.

District of Columbia $38,898 California $38,751 Massachusetts $38,234 Washington $38,094 New Jersey $38,080 Alaska $38,030 Connecticut $37,546 New York $37,349

Hawaii $36,720 Rhode Island $36,425 Maryland $36,225 Minnesota $35,951 Colorado $35,845 Illinois $35,810 Oregon $35,677 Delaware $35,578

New Hampshire $35,516 Virginia $35,378 Pennsylvania $34,974 Nevada $34,770 North Dakota $34,703 Michigan $34,598 Wisconsin $34,559 Vermont $34,482

Texas $34,268 Maine $34,254 Arizona $34,233 Ohio $34,208 Georgia $33,885 Indiana $33,723 Wyoming $33,692 Utah $33,642

Iowa $33,621 Kansas $33,453 Louisiana $33,404 North Carolina $33,386 Missouri $33,379 Florida $33,242 Montana $33,168 Nebraska $33,098

Kentucky $33,059 South Carolina $32,919 Tennessee $32,831 Idaho $32,796 New Mexico $32,539 Oklahoma $32,483 Alabama $32,276 South Dakota $31,928

Arkansas $31,738 West Virginia $31,636 Mississippi $31,331

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Kindergarten Teachers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $35,418
Little Creek: $35,677
Magnolia: $35,626

Lincoln, DE $35,418 Little Creek, DE $35,677 Magnolia, DE $35,626 Milford, DE $35,508 Marydel, DE $35,566 Millsboro, DE $35,269 Millville, DE $35,324 Milton, DE $35,385

Nassau, DE $35,411 Ocean View, DE $35,318 Rehoboth Beach, DE $35,386 Seaford, DE $35,406 Selbyville, DE $35,259 Smyrna, DE $35,702 Viola, DE $35,537 Woodside, DE $35,633

Bear, DE $35,551 Newark, DE $35,537 Claymont, DE $35,610 Delaware City, DE $35,573 Hockessin, DE $35,534 Kirkwood, DE $35,566 Middletown, DE $35,580 Montchanin, DE $35,542

New Castle, DE $35,548 Odessa, DE $35,597 Port Penn, DE $35,621 Rockland, DE $35,546 Saint Georges, DE $35,569 Townsend, DE $35,623 Winterthur, DE $35,550 Lewes, DE $35,399

Wilmington, DE $35,536 Dover, DE $35,677 Dover Afb, DE $35,489 Bethany Beach, DE $35,281 Bethel, DE $35,317 Bridgeville, DE $35,400 Camden Wyoming, DE $35,577 Cheswold, DE $35,666

Clayton, DE $35,667 Dagsboro, DE $35,256 Delmar, DE $35,199 Ellendale, DE $35,306 Felton, DE $35,505 Fenwick Island, DE $35,264 Frankford, DE $35,202 Frederica, DE $35,540

Georgetown, DE $35,243 Greenwood, DE $35,406 Harbeson, DE $35,280 Harrington, DE $35,460 Hartly, DE $35,570 Houston, DE $35,410 Kenton, DE $35,668 Laurel, DE $35,222

Yorklyn, DE $35,545

Assistant Kindergarten Teacher Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Kindergarten Teacher roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Kindergarten Teacher positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Kindergarten Teacher as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Kindergarten Teacher

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$53,367	$26.0	50%
Business Services	$42,694	$21.0	20%

Assistant Kindergarten Teacher Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Kindergarten Teacher's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$31,511

Average $35,578/year

$38,527

$2,626

Average $2,965/month

$3,211

$606

Average $684/week

$741

$15

Average $17/hour

$19

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$38,527	$3,211	$741	$19
Average	$35,578	$2,965	$684	$17
25th Percentile	$31,511	$2,626	$606	$15

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