How much does a special education teacher make in Mississippi?
$51,970a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Mississippi. That is $24.99 an hour or $4,331 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.99
- Vs. national median
- -30%
- Rank among states
- 51 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,670
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,720Median: $51,970Highest 10%: $62,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,720 | $22.46 | |
| 25th | $47,930 | $23.04 | |
| Median | $51,970 | $24.99 | |
| 75th | $60,070 | $28.88 | |
| 90th | $62,600 | $30.10 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $60,500 |
| Gulfport, MS | $58,770 |
| Jackson, MS | $55,800 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $48,360 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special education teachers.
| 48. Missouri | $55,920 |
| 49. West Virginia | $55,390 |
| 50. South Dakota | $54,810 |
| 51. Mississippi | $51,970 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $24.99 ($51,970 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $51,970 against $74,260 nationally, 30% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for special education teacher pay?
Mississippi ranks 51 of 51 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays special education teachers the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $60,500 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.