How much does a special education teacher make in Hawaii?
$65,980a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Hawaii. That is $31.72 an hour or $5,498 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.72
- Vs. national median
- -11%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 800
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,250Median: $65,980Highest 10%: $93,170
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,250 | $28.00 | |
| 25th | $59,070 | $28.40 | |
| Median | $65,980 | $31.72 | |
| 75th | $75,590 | $36.34 | |
| 90th | $93,170 | $44.79 |
Cities in Hawaii
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Honolulu, HI | $63,370 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special education teachers.
| 21. New Hampshire | $69,560 |
| 22. Virginia | $68,400 |
| 23. Colorado | $67,240 |
| 24. Hawaii | $65,980 |
| 25. Texas | $64,830 |
| 26. Arizona | $64,300 |
| 27. Utah | $64,210 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Hawaii?
The median hourly pay in Hawaii is $31.72 ($65,980 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Hawaii than the national average?
No: $65,980 against $74,260 nationally, 11% less.
Where does Hawaii rank for special education teacher pay?
Hawaii ranks 24 of 51 states.
Which city in Hawaii pays special education teachers the most?
Urban Honolulu, HI, with a median of $63,370 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.