How much does a special education teacher make in Florida?
$60,440a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Florida. That is $29.06 an hour or $5,037 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.06
- Vs. national median
- -10%
- Rank among states
- 37 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,630
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,160Median: $60,440Highest 10%: $73,210
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,160 | $24.12 | |
| 25th | $55,710 | $26.78 | |
| Median | $60,440 | $29.06 | |
| 75th | $62,660 | $30.13 | |
| 90th | $73,210 | $35.20 |
Cities in Florida
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| North Port, FL | $62,540 |
| Orlando, FL | $61,120 |
| Tampa, FL | $60,780 |
| Miami, FL | $58,090 |
| Port St. Lucie, FL | $51,540 |
| Crestview, FL | $50,520 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special education teachers.
| 34. South Carolina | $62,310 |
| 35. Arizona | $62,130 |
| 36. Hawaii | $61,750 |
| 37. Florida | $60,440 |
| 38. Kentucky | $60,200 |
| 39. Idaho | $60,170 |
| 40. Tennessee | $60,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Florida?
The median hourly pay in Florida is $29.06 ($60,440 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Florida than the national average?
No: $60,440 against $66,810 nationally, 10% less.
Where does Florida rank for special education teacher pay?
Florida ranks 37 of 51 states.
Which city in Florida pays special education teachers the most?
North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL, with a median of $62,540 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.