How much does a special education teacher make in Alaska?
$80,580a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Alaska. That is $38.74 an hour or $6,715 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.74
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 590
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,230Median: $80,580Highest 10%: $97,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,230 | $29.92 | |
| 25th | $68,850 | $33.10 | |
| Median | $80,580 | $38.74 | |
| 75th | $95,680 | $46.00 | |
| 90th | $97,800 | $47.02 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special education teachers.
| 7. Massachusetts | $83,890 |
| 8. New Jersey | $83,770 |
| 9. Connecticut | $81,710 |
| 10. Alaska | $80,580 |
| 11. Illinois | $79,890 |
| 12. Vermont | $79,360 |
| 13. Delaware | $78,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $38.74 ($80,580 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $80,580 against $74,260 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Alaska rank for special education teacher pay?
Alaska ranks 10 of 51 states.
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.