As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Early Head Start Teacher in the US is $39,940, equivalent to $19 per hour, $768 weekly, or $3,328 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Early Head Start Teacher in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Early Head Start Teacher in the US vary widely, spanning from $30,863 to $47,560. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($35,189) and 75th percentile ($43,928), while top earners (90th percentile) make $47,560 per year. This $8,739 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or First Aid, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Early Head Start Teacher often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 68 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Early Head Start Teacher Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Early Head Start Teacher Salary $30,863 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Early Head Start Teacher Salary $35,189 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Early Head Start Teacher Salary $39,940 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Early Head Start Teacher Salary $43,928 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Early Head Start Teacher Salary $47,560 US August 01, 2026
25% $35,189 10% $30,863 90% $47,560 75% $43,928 $39,940 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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