How much does a special education teacher make in Springfield?
$79,570a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in the Springfield, MA metro area. That is $38.25 an hour or $6,631 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.25
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among cities
- 59 of 314
- Jobs in the area
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,010Median: $79,570Highest 10%: $94,650
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,010 | $27.41 | |
| 25th | $62,030 | $29.82 | |
| Median | $79,570 | $38.25 | |
| 75th | $84,290 | $40.52 | |
| 90th | $94,650 | $45.50 |
Other cities in Massachusetts
Median yearly pay for special education teachers.
| Providence, RI | $92,110 |
| Boston, MA | $87,630 |
| Worcester, MA | $80,270 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $79,140 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $78,830 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $78,370 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Specialties Teacher | $106,200 |
| Business Teacher | $99,250 |
| Engineering Teacher | $95,200 |
| Computer Science Teacher | $87,080 |
| Communications Teacher | $86,730 |
| English Language and Literature Teacher | $86,410 |
| Mathematical Science Teacher | $86,210 |
| Postsecondary Teacher | $84,740 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $82,470 |
| Special Education Teacher | $81,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MA metro area is $38.25 ($79,570 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Springfield than the national average?
Yes: $79,570 against $74,260 nationally, 7% more.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Massachusetts?
The median in Massachusetts is $83,890, so Springfield pays 5% less.
Where does Springfield rank for special education teacher pay?
59 of 314 metro areas with data.
How much does a special education teacher make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $57,010 or less a year; the top 10% make $94,650 or more.
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.