How much does a special education teacher make in Eugene?
$79,920a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in the Eugene-Springfield, OR metro area. That is $38.42 an hour or $6,660 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.42
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among cities
- 44 of 242
- Jobs in the area
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,480Median: $79,920Highest 10%: $92,660
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,480 | $27.63 | |
| 25th | $58,570 | $28.16 | |
| Median | $79,920 | $38.42 | |
| 75th | $92,660 | $44.55 | |
| 90th | $92,660 | $44.55 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for special education teachers.
| Portland, OR | $87,160 |
| Bend, OR | $83,110 |
| Salem, OR | $77,390 |
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 $38.42 ($79,920 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Eugene than the national average?
Yes: $79,920 against $66,810 nationally, 20% more.
How does Eugene compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $78,360, so Eugene pays 2% more.
Where does Eugene rank for special education teacher pay?
44 of 242 metro areas with data.
How much does a special education teacher make starting out in Eugene?
The lowest-paid 10% make $57,480 or less a year; the top 10% make $92,660 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.