How much does a special education teacher make in Washington?
$99,520a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Washington. That is $47.85 an hour or $8,293 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.85
- Vs. national median
- +49%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,550
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $67,650Median: $99,520Highest 10%: $127,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $67,650 | $32.52 | |
| 25th | $80,570 | $38.74 | |
| Median | $99,520 | $47.85 | |
| 75th | $111,300 | $53.52 | |
| 90th | $127,400 | $61.25 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bremerton, WA | $104,500 |
| Olympia, WA | $103,900 |
| Bellingham, WA | $101,100 |
| Seattle, WA | $100,400 |
| Portland, OR | $87,160 |
| Kennewick, WA | $85,190 |
| Yakima, WA | $83,610 |
| Spokane, WA | $80,970 |
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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $47.85 ($99,520 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $99,520 against $66,810 nationally, 49% more.
Where does Washington rank for special education teacher pay?
Washington ranks 2 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays special education teachers the most?
Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA, with a median of $104,500 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.