How much does a special education teacher make in Eugene?
$77,460a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in the Eugene-Springfield, OR metro area. That is $37.24 an hour or $6,455 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.24
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among cities
- 62 of 335
- Jobs in the area
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $53,780Median: $77,460Highest 10%: $92,560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $53,780 | $25.86 | |
| 25th | $60,620 | $29.14 | |
| Median | $77,460 | $37.24 | |
| 75th | $82,260 | $39.55 | |
| 90th | $92,560 | $44.50 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for special education teachers.
| Portland, OR | $83,140 |
| Bend, OR | $81,050 |
| Salem, OR | $80,110 |
| Medford, OR | $70,910 |
| Albany, OR | $63,510 |
Related jobs in Eugene
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Law Teacher | $139,200 |
| Education Teacher | $103,900 |
| Business Teacher | $103,800 |
| Mathematical Science Teacher | $103,600 |
| English Language and Literature Teacher | $103,300 |
| Psychology Teacher | $101,700 |
| Art | $101,300 |
| Philosophy and Religion Teacher | $90,430 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $83,800 |
| Special Education Teacher | $82,050 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Eugene?
The median hourly pay in the Eugene-Springfield, OR metro area is $37.24 ($77,460 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Eugene than the national average?
Yes: $77,460 against $65,120 nationally, 19% more.
How does Eugene compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $77,700, so Eugene pays 0% more.
Where does Eugene rank for special education teacher pay?
62 of 335 metro areas with data.
How much does a special education teacher make starting out in Eugene?
The lowest-paid 10% make $53,780 or less a year; the top 10% make $92,560 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.