How much does a special education teacher make in Rhode Island?
$93,970a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Rhode Island. That is $45.18 an hour or $7,831 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.18
- Vs. national median
- +41%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 380
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,830Median: $93,970Highest 10%: $97,450
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,830 | $23.48 | |
| 25th | $76,710 | $36.88 | |
| Median | $93,970 | $45.18 | |
| 75th | $95,500 | $45.91 | |
| 90th | $97,450 | $46.85 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $92,130 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special education teachers.
| 1. California | $101,500 |
| 2. Washington | $99,520 |
| 3. Rhode Island | $93,970 |
| 4. New York | $93,820 |
| 5. Connecticut | $92,900 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $84,550 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $45.18 ($93,970 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $93,970 against $66,810 nationally, 41% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for special education teacher pay?
Rhode Island ranks 3 of 51 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays special education teachers the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $92,130 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.