How much does a special education teacher make in Washington?
$76,790a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Washington. That is $36.92 an hour or $6,399 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.92
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,630Median: $76,790Highest 10%: $101,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,630 | $23.38 | |
| 25th | $63,820 | $30.68 | |
| Median | $76,790 | $36.92 | |
| 75th | $90,270 | $43.40 | |
| 90th | $101,300 | $48.69 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $97,070 |
| Seattle, WA | $64,960 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special education teachers.
| 7. Michigan | $78,540 |
| 8. Massachusetts | $78,440 |
| 9. Virginia | $77,280 |
| 10. Washington | $76,790 |
| 11. Pennsylvania | $76,530 |
| 12. Georgia | $76,130 |
| 13. Maryland | $76,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $36.92 ($76,790 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $76,790 against $76,580 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Washington rank for special education teacher pay?
Washington ranks 10 of 42 states.
Which city in Washington pays special education teachers the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $97,070 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.