How much does a special education teacher make in Arkansas?
$35,580a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Arkansas. That is $17.11 an hour or $2,965 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.11
- Vs. national median
- -45%
- Rank among states
- 45 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 510
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,800Median: $35,580Highest 10%: $53,990
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,800 | $13.37 | |
| 25th | $28,650 | $13.77 | |
| Median | $35,580 | $17.11 | |
| 75th | $47,200 | $22.69 | |
| 90th | $53,990 | $25.96 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $46,840 |
| Little Rock, AR | $36,560 |
| Fayetteville, AR | $31,410 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special education teachers.
| 42. Oklahoma | $49,720 |
| 43. Idaho | $49,610 |
| 44. Indiana | $48,680 |
| 45. Arkansas | $35,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $17.11 ($35,580 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Arkansas than the national average?
No: $35,580 against $64,830 nationally, 45% less.
Where does Arkansas rank for special education teacher pay?
Arkansas ranks 45 of 45 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays special education teachers the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $46,840 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.