How much does a special education teacher make in Kansas?
$59,970a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Kansas. That is $28.83 an hour or $4,998 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.83
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 38 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,610
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,830Median: $59,970Highest 10%: $75,940
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,830 | $23.48 | |
| 25th | $50,810 | $24.43 | |
| Median | $59,970 | $28.83 | |
| 75th | $65,820 | $31.64 | |
| 90th | $75,940 | $36.51 |
Cities in Kansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Topeka, KS | $60,240 |
| Kansas City, MO | $59,970 |
| Wichita, KS | $59,350 |
| Manhattan, KS | $58,860 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $51,490 |
| Joplin, MO | $49,210 |
| Lawrence, KS | $48,930 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special education teachers.
| 35. Wyoming | $60,930 |
| 36. Iowa | $60,440 |
| 37. Kentucky | $60,060 |
| 38. Kansas | $59,970 |
| 39. Florida | $58,850 |
| 40. Louisiana | $58,800 |
| 41. Indiana | $58,760 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Kansas?
The median hourly pay in Kansas is $28.83 ($59,970 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Kansas than the national average?
No: $59,970 against $65,120 nationally, 8% less.
Where does Kansas rank for special education teacher pay?
Kansas ranks 38 of 51 states.
Which city in Kansas pays special education teachers the most?
Topeka, KS, with a median of $60,240 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.