How much does a special needs teacher make in Panama?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is PAB 1,270 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $15,240
- Compared with the median pay in Panama
- 1.8 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where Panama ranks among 144 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $200,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $102,600 |
| 2. Luxembourg estimate | $84,190 |
| 3. Iceland estimate | $73,360 |
| 48. Bosnia & Herzegovina estimate | $15,390 |
| 49. Panama estimate | $15,240 |
| 50. Bulgaria estimate | $15,180 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $368 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- Education officerPAB 15,020
- Esol teacherPAB 12,920
- Music teacherPAB 13,350
- Dance teacherPAB 8,353
- IT trainerPAB 14,680
- Prison teacherPAB 13,670
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special needs teacher make a month in Panama?
The median gross salary is PAB 1,270 a month, PAB 15,240 a year.
How much does a special needs teacher make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around PAB 13,350 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than PAB 18,210.
Which country pays a special needs teacher the most?
United States, with a median of $68,620 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a special needs teacher make more in Panama or in United States?
In United States: $68,620 a year against $15,240 in Panama, 4.5 times more.
Who makes more, a special needs teacher or an esol teacher?
A special needs teacher: PAB 15,240 a year against PAB 12,920 for an esol teacher, 1.2 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate