How much does a special education teacher make in Indiana?
$48,680a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Indiana. That is $23.40 an hour or $4,057 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.40
- Vs. national median
- -25%
- Rank among states
- 44 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 380
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,620Median: $48,680Highest 10%: $76,530
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,620 | $17.13 | |
| 25th | $37,640 | $18.10 | |
| Median | $48,680 | $23.40 | |
| 75th | $65,320 | $31.40 | |
| 90th | $76,530 | $36.79 |
Cities in Indiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Cincinnati, OH | $73,220 |
| Chicago, IL | $61,950 |
| Indianapolis, IN | $46,740 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special education teachers.
| 41. Wyoming | $52,100 |
| 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 Indiana?
The median hourly pay in Indiana is $23.40 ($48,680 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Indiana than the national average?
No: $48,680 against $64,830 nationally, 25% less.
Where does Indiana rank for special education teacher pay?
Indiana ranks 44 of 45 states.
Which city in Indiana pays special education teachers the most?
Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN, with a median of $73,220 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.