How much does an Early Head Start Teacher make?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Early Head Start Teacher in the United States is $38,652. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $34,953 to $43,732, with most professionals earning between $31,586 and $48,356.

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 $31,586 US March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Early Head Start Teacher Salary $34,953 US March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Early Head Start Teacher Salary $38,652 US March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Early Head Start Teacher Salary $43,732 US March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Early Head Start Teacher Salary $48,356 US March 01, 2025
25% $34,953 10% $31,586 90% $48,356 75% $43,732 $38,652 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Early Head Start Teacher


    Associate's Degree

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    Child Caregiver I

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Early Head Start Teacher in the United States. The base salary for Early Head Start Teacher ranges from $34,953 to $43,732 with the average base salary of $38,652. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $35,011 to $43,837 with the average total cash compensation of $38,701.

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