The median annual wage for Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education in Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA is $57,190 (May 2024 BLS OES). The mean (average) is $58,230.
Pay spans roughly $42,190 at the 10th percentile to $78,960 at the 90th, so experience and specialisation move this figure a lot. An estimated 200 people work as kindergarten teachers, except special education in Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA.
| Median (annual) | $57,190 |
| Mean (annual) | $58,230 |
| Median (hourly) | — |
| 10th percentile | $42,190 |
| 90th percentile | $78,960 |
| Employment | 200 |
Updated 2026-07-23.
Source: BLS OES May 2024 — bls.gov/oes. Checked 2026-07-23.