How much does a special education teacher make in Nebraska?
$63,460a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Nebraska. That is $30.51 an hour or $5,288 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.51
- Vs. national median
- -15%
- Rank among states
- 29 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,970Median: $63,460Highest 10%: $77,970
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,970 | $23.06 | |
| 25th | $60,470 | $29.07 | |
| Median | $63,460 | $30.51 | |
| 75th | $75,820 | $36.45 | |
| 90th | $77,970 | $37.49 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Grand Island, NE | $65,620 |
| Omaha, NE | $63,600 |
| Lincoln, NE | $62,940 |
| Sioux City, IA | $61,830 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special education teachers.
| 26. Arizona | $64,300 |
| 27. Utah | $64,210 |
| 28. Wisconsin | $63,520 |
| 29. Nebraska | $63,460 |
| 30. Wyoming | $62,750 |
| 31. Montana | $62,310 |
| 32. Alabama | $62,210 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $30.51 ($63,460 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $63,460 against $74,260 nationally, 15% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for special education teacher pay?
Nebraska ranks 29 of 51 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays special education teachers the most?
Grand Island, NE, with a median of $65,620 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.