How much does a special education teacher make in Connecticut?
$87,960a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Connecticut. That is $42.29 an hour or $7,330 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.29
- Vs. national median
- +36%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 380
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,140Median: $87,960Highest 10%: $116,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,140 | $27.95 | |
| 25th | $63,180 | $30.38 | |
| Median | $87,960 | $42.29 | |
| 75th | $97,720 | $46.98 | |
| 90th | $116,400 | $55.95 |
Cities in Connecticut
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bridgeport, CT | $92,660 |
| New Haven, CT | $90,440 |
| Hartford, CT | $89,180 |
| Waterbury, CT | $79,940 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special education teachers.
| 1. Massachusetts | $99,070 |
| 2. New Jersey | $92,060 |
| 3. Connecticut | $87,960 |
| 4. Washington | $86,580 |
| 5. Maryland | $85,010 |
| 6. Pennsylvania | $83,510 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Connecticut?
The median hourly pay in Connecticut is $42.29 ($87,960 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Connecticut than the national average?
Yes: $87,960 against $64,830 nationally, 36% more.
Where does Connecticut rank for special education teacher pay?
Connecticut ranks 3 of 45 states.
Which city in Connecticut pays special education teachers the most?
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT, with a median of $92,660 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.