How much does a special education teacher make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $40.87 an hour or $7,083 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.87
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among cities
- 33 of 314
- Jobs in the area
- 3,930
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,710 | $29.67 | |
| 25th | $68,400 | $32.88 | |
| Median | $85,000 | $40.87 | |
| 75th | $109,100 | $52.45 | |
| 90th | $123,100 | $59.19 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for special education teachers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Economics Teacher | $155,100 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $135,700 |
| Law Teacher | $134,100 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teacher | $129,900 |
| Business Teacher | $128,400 |
| Engineering Teacher | $126,200 |
| Atmospheric | $108,200 |
| Anthropology and Archeology Teacher | $106,000 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $105,200 |
| Environmental Science Teacher | $104,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $40.87 ($85,000 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $85,000 against $74,260 nationally, 14% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $99,670, so Washington pays 15% less.
Where does Washington rank for special education teacher pay?
33 of 314 metro areas with data.
How much does a special education teacher make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $61,710 or less a year; the top 10% make $123,100 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.