How much does a special education teacher make in Georgia?
$72,880a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Georgia. That is $35.04 an hour or $6,073 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.04
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 9,370
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,510Median: $72,880Highest 10%: $98,750
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,510 | $23.80 | |
| 25th | $61,290 | $29.47 | |
| Median | $72,880 | $35.04 | |
| 75th | $80,370 | $38.64 | |
| 90th | $98,750 | $47.48 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $77,960 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $72,080 |
| Hinesville, GA | $67,650 |
| Gainesville, GA | $63,650 |
| Augusta, GA | $63,220 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $63,220 |
| Valdosta, GA | $61,170 |
| Columbus, GA | $60,680 |
| Athens, GA | $60,610 |
| Savannah, GA | $59,660 |
| Dalton, GA | $59,440 |
| Macon, GA | $58,810 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special education teachers.
| 15. Colorado | $74,290 |
| 16. Vermont | $74,200 |
| 17. Ohio | $73,970 |
| 18. Georgia | $72,880 |
| 19. Pennsylvania | $72,680 |
| 20. Virginia | $67,740 |
| 21. Minnesota | $67,620 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $35.04 ($72,880 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $72,880 against $65,120 nationally, 12% more.
Where does Georgia rank for special education teacher pay?
Georgia ranks 18 of 51 states.
Which city in Georgia pays special education teachers the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $77,960 a year.
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.