How much does a special education teacher make in Nebraska?
$59,760a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Nebraska. That is $28.73 an hour or $4,980 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.73
- Vs. national median
- -22%
- Rank among states
- 34 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,950Median: $59,760Highest 10%: $105,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,950 | $18.73 | |
| 25th | $46,130 | $22.18 | |
| Median | $59,760 | $28.73 | |
| 75th | $78,850 | $37.91 | |
| 90th | $105,700 | $50.81 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $64,790 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special education teachers.
| 31. Connecticut | $61,480 |
| 32. Louisiana | $61,170 |
| 33. Indiana | $60,920 |
| 34. Nebraska | $59,760 |
| 35. Arizona | $59,500 |
| 36. Maine | $56,780 |
| 37. Ohio | $51,230 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $28.73 ($59,760 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $59,760 against $76,580 nationally, 22% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for special education teacher pay?
Nebraska ranks 34 of 42 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays special education teachers the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $64,790 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.