Special Education Teachers, All Other Salary (2025)
Based on 33,930 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $48,440 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $60,930 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $76,580 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $99,690 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $120,080 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$48K
25th
$61K
Median
$77K
75th
$100K
90th
$120K
Highest Paying States for Special Education Teachers, All Other
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $101,160 |
| New Mexico | $94,040 |
| Oregon | $86,380 |
| Delaware | $84,030 |
| Maryland | $82,430 |
| Massachusetts | $81,220 |
| Virginia | $79,960 |
| New York | $78,020 |
| Washington | $77,090 |
| Colorado | $76,690 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Special Education Teachers, All Other salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $101,160 per year, while Colorado has an average of $76,690 — a difference of $24,470. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Special Education Teachers, All Other
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 33,930 workers were employed as Special Education Teachers, All Others in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Educational Instruction and Library Occupations. The annual mean wage of $79,750 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 25-2059