How much does a special education teacher make in Virginia?
$77,280a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Virginia. That is $37.15 an hour or $6,440 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.15
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 540
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,690Median: $77,280Highest 10%: $108,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,690 | $24.85 | |
| 25th | $60,830 | $29.25 | |
| Median | $77,280 | $37.15 | |
| 75th | $105,100 | $50.54 | |
| 90th | $108,000 | $51.94 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $79,880 |
| Richmond, VA | $76,160 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $70,280 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special education teachers.
| 6. Colorado | $79,290 |
| 7. Michigan | $78,540 |
| 8. Massachusetts | $78,440 |
| 9. Virginia | $77,280 |
| 10. Washington | $76,790 |
| 11. Pennsylvania | $76,530 |
| 12. Georgia | $76,130 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $37.15 ($77,280 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $77,280 against $76,580 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Virginia rank for special education teacher pay?
Virginia ranks 9 of 42 states.
Which city in Virginia pays special education teachers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $79,880 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.