How much does a special education teacher make in Colorado?
$78,040a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Colorado. That is $37.52 an hour or $6,503 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.52
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 810
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $54,200Median: $78,040Highest 10%: $102,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $54,200 | $26.06 | |
| 25th | $61,980 | $29.80 | |
| Median | $78,040 | $37.52 | |
| 75th | $85,770 | $41.24 | |
| 90th | $102,600 | $49.34 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Denver, CO | $80,950 |
| Boulder, CO | $80,230 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $61,980 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $61,450 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special education teachers.
| 6. Pennsylvania | $83,510 |
| 7. Alaska | $80,390 |
| 8. Vermont | $79,000 |
| 9. Colorado | $78,040 |
| 10. Virginia | $77,570 |
| 11. Oregon | $77,490 |
| 12. Minnesota | $75,880 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $37.52 ($78,040 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $78,040 against $64,830 nationally, 20% more.
Where does Colorado rank for special education teacher pay?
Colorado ranks 9 of 45 states.
Which city in Colorado pays special education teachers the most?
Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO, with a median of $80,950 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.