How much does a special education teacher make in Dayton?
$79,370a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH metro area. That is $38.16 an hour or $6,614 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.16
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among cities
- 26 of 97
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,420Median: $79,370Highest 10%: $108,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,420 | $23.28 | |
| 25th | $59,030 | $28.38 | |
| Median | $79,370 | $38.16 | |
| 75th | $83,520 | $40.15 | |
| 90th | $108,500 | $52.14 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for special education teachers.
| Akron, OH | $100,700 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $73,220 |
| Columbus, OH | $61,290 |
| Cleveland, OH | $58,900 |
| Youngstown, OH | $35,400 |
Related jobs in Dayton
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Career/Technical Education Teacher | $81,630 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $80,360 |
| History Teacher | $79,810 |
| Special Education Teacher | $79,140 |
| Secondary School Teacher | $78,970 |
| Postsecondary Teacher | $78,230 |
| Art | $78,140 |
| Philosophy and Religion Teacher | $77,730 |
| Business Teacher | $77,590 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $77,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Dayton?
The median hourly pay in the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH metro area is $38.16 ($79,370 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Dayton than the national average?
Yes: $79,370 against $64,830 nationally, 22% more.
How does Dayton compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $60,700, so Dayton pays 31% more.
Where does Dayton rank for special education teacher pay?
26 of 97 metro areas with data.
How much does a special education teacher make starting out in Dayton?
The lowest-paid 10% make $48,420 or less a year; the top 10% make $108,500 or more.
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.