How much does a Preschool Director make in Los Angeles, CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Preschool Director in Los Angeles, CA is $152,685. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $137,069 to $176,685, with most professionals earning between $122,851 and $198,537.

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Preschool Director Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Preschool Director Salary $122,851 Los Angeles,CA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Preschool Director Salary $137,069 Los Angeles,CA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Preschool Director Salary $152,685 Los Angeles,CA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Preschool Director Salary $176,685 Los Angeles,CA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Preschool Director Salary $198,537 Los Angeles,CA April 01, 2025
25% $137,069 10% $122,851 90% $198,537 75% $176,685 $152,685 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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 Preschool Director in Los Angeles, CA. The base salary for Preschool Director ranges from $137,069 to $176,685 with the average base salary of $152,685. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $137,069 to $176,685 with the average total cash compensation of $152,685.

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