How much does a special education teacher make in Missouri?
$55,920a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Missouri. That is $26.88 an hour or $4,660 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.88
- Vs. national median
- -25%
- Rank among states
- 48 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,760
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,010Median: $55,920Highest 10%: $76,930
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,010 | $20.68 | |
| 25th | $46,920 | $22.56 | |
| Median | $55,920 | $26.88 | |
| 75th | $62,450 | $30.02 | |
| 90th | $76,930 | $36.99 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| St. Louis, MO | $61,160 |
| Kansas City, MO | $61,090 |
| Springfield, MO | $56,740 |
| Joplin, MO | $48,520 |
| Columbia, MO | $47,570 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $47,320 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special education teachers.
| 45. Louisiana | $59,100 |
| 46. Arkansas | $57,000 |
| 47. North Carolina | $56,770 |
| 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 Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $26.88 ($55,920 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Missouri than the national average?
No: $55,920 against $74,260 nationally, 25% less.
Where does Missouri rank for special education teacher pay?
Missouri ranks 48 of 51 states.
Which city in Missouri pays special education teachers the most?
St. Louis, MO-IL, with a median of $61,160 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.