How much does a special education teacher make in Nebraska?
$62,420a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Nebraska. That is $30.01 an hour or $5,202 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.01
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 28 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,900
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,430Median: $62,420Highest 10%: $79,470
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,430 | $22.80 | |
| 25th | $58,740 | $28.24 | |
| Median | $62,420 | $30.01 | |
| 75th | $76,400 | $36.73 | |
| 90th | $79,470 | $38.21 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Grand Island, NE | $64,080 |
| Omaha, NE | $62,970 |
| Lincoln, NE | $61,930 |
| Sioux City, IA | $60,570 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special education teachers.
| 25. Alabama | $64,520 |
| 26. Idaho | $63,610 |
| 27. Tennessee | $62,560 |
| 28. Nebraska | $62,420 |
| 29. South Carolina | $62,360 |
| 30. Texas | $62,330 |
| 31. Maine | $61,880 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $30.01 ($62,420 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $62,420 against $65,120 nationally, 4% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for special education teacher pay?
Nebraska ranks 28 of 51 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays special education teachers the most?
Grand Island, NE, with a median of $64,080 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.