How much does a special education teacher make in Springfield?
$79,970a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in the Springfield, MA metro area. That is $38.45 an hour or $6,664 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.45
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among cities
- 46 of 335
- Jobs in the area
- 600
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,330Median: $79,970Highest 10%: $93,120
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,330 | $29.00 | |
| 25th | $63,190 | $30.38 | |
| Median | $79,970 | $38.45 | |
| 75th | $85,710 | $41.21 | |
| 90th | $93,120 | $44.77 |
Other cities in Massachusetts
Median yearly pay for special education teachers.
| Boston, MA | $97,410 |
| Providence, RI | $85,330 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $84,730 |
| Worcester, MA | $81,330 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $81,250 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $64,460 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Specialties Teacher | $106,200 |
| Business Teacher | $99,250 |
| Engineering Teacher | $95,200 |
| Computer Science Teacher | $87,080 |
| Communications Teacher | $86,730 |
| English Language and Literature Teacher | $86,410 |
| Mathematical Science Teacher | $86,210 |
| Postsecondary Teacher | $84,740 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $82,470 |
| Special Education Teacher | $81,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MA metro area is $38.45 ($79,970 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Springfield than the national average?
Yes: $79,970 against $65,120 nationally, 23% more.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Massachusetts?
The median in Massachusetts is $91,350, so Springfield pays 12% less.
Where does Springfield rank for special education teacher pay?
46 of 335 metro areas with data.
How much does a special education teacher make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $60,330 or less a year; the top 10% make $93,120 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.