Preschool director salary in California

The average salary for a Preschool Director is $71,667 per year in California. This figure is based on 255 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on July 24, 2026.

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Preschool Director salaries in California typically range between a low of $49,546 and a high of $103,664 per year, depending on experience and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Preschool Director in California include San Francisco, CA at $112,077 per year, Fremont, CA at $81,040 per year, and Sacramento, CA at $76,915 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Preschool Director in California include San Bernardino County ($156,884 per year) and County of Ventura Government ($127,670 per year).