How much does a special education teacher make in Eugene?
$82,050a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in the Eugene-Springfield, OR metro area. That is $39.45 an hour or $6,838 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.45
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among cities
- 22 of 107
- Jobs in the area
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,460Median: $82,050Highest 10%: $94,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,460 | $22.34 | |
| 25th | $64,360 | $30.94 | |
| Median | $82,050 | $39.45 | |
| 75th | $83,580 | $40.18 | |
| 90th | $94,100 | $45.24 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for special education teachers.
| Portland, OR | $97,070 |
| Salem, OR | $82,140 |
| Medford, OR | $80,550 |
Related jobs in Eugene
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Law Teacher | $139,200 |
| Education Teacher | $103,900 |
| Business Teacher | $103,800 |
| Mathematical Science Teacher | $103,600 |
| English Language and Literature Teacher | $103,300 |
| Psychology Teacher | $101,700 |
| Art | $101,300 |
| Philosophy and Religion Teacher | $90,430 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $83,800 |
| Special Education Teacher | $79,920 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Eugene?
The median hourly pay in the Eugene-Springfield, OR metro area is $39.45 ($82,050 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Eugene than the national average?
Yes: $82,050 against $76,580 nationally, 7% more.
How does Eugene compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $82,240, so Eugene pays 0% more.
Where does Eugene rank for special education teacher pay?
22 of 107 metro areas with data.
How much does a special education teacher make starting out in Eugene?
The lowest-paid 10% make $46,460 or less a year; the top 10% make $94,100 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.