How much does a special education teacher make in Georgia?
$70,550a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Georgia. That is $33.92 an hour or $5,879 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.92
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,740
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,170Median: $70,550Highest 10%: $95,970
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,170 | $23.16 | |
| 25th | $60,760 | $29.21 | |
| Median | $70,550 | $33.92 | |
| 75th | $79,550 | $38.25 | |
| 90th | $95,970 | $46.14 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Brunswick, GA | $82,320 |
| Atlanta, GA | $77,750 |
| Macon, GA | $63,970 |
| Savannah, GA | $63,730 |
| Gainesville, GA | $62,730 |
| Augusta, GA | $60,930 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $60,360 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special education teachers.
| 17. Ohio | $74,590 |
| 18. New Mexico | $74,440 |
| 19. Vermont | $73,110 |
| 20. Georgia | $70,550 |
| 21. New Hampshire | $66,760 |
| 22. Colorado | $66,130 |
| 23. Wisconsin | $65,840 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $33.92 ($70,550 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $70,550 against $66,810 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Georgia rank for special education teacher pay?
Georgia ranks 20 of 51 states.
Which city in Georgia pays special education teachers the most?
Brunswick-St. Simons, GA, with a median of $82,320 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.