How much does a special education teacher make in Georgia?
$74,150a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Georgia. That is $35.65 an hour or $6,179 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.65
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,090
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $56,910Median: $74,150Highest 10%: $97,720
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $56,910 | $27.36 | |
| 25th | $62,010 | $29.81 | |
| Median | $74,150 | $35.65 | |
| 75th | $79,500 | $38.22 | |
| 90th | $97,720 | $46.98 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Warner Robins, GA | $81,190 |
| Atlanta, GA | $77,180 |
| Augusta, GA | $64,720 |
| Athens, GA | $64,040 |
| Columbus, GA | $63,220 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $62,130 |
| Macon, GA | $62,100 |
| Gainesville, GA | $61,320 |
| Valdosta, GA | $59,430 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special education teachers.
| 17. New Mexico | $76,940 |
| 18. Minnesota | $76,600 |
| 19. Ohio | $76,180 |
| 20. Georgia | $74,150 |
| 21. New Hampshire | $69,560 |
| 22. Virginia | $68,400 |
| 23. Colorado | $67,240 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $35.65 ($74,150 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $74,150 against $74,260 nationally, 0% 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?
Warner Robins, GA, with a median of $81,190 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.