How much does a special education teacher make in Maryland?
$85,010a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Maryland. That is $40.87 an hour or $7,084 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.87
- Vs. national median
- +31%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $70,730Median: $85,010Highest 10%: $106,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $70,730 | $34.00 | |
| 25th | $74,150 | $35.65 | |
| Median | $85,010 | $40.87 | |
| 75th | $103,100 | $49.58 | |
| 90th | $106,100 | $51.00 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $82,760 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $79,560 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special education teachers.
| 2. New Jersey | $92,060 |
| 3. Connecticut | $87,960 |
| 4. Washington | $86,580 |
| 5. Maryland | $85,010 |
| 6. Pennsylvania | $83,510 |
| 7. Alaska | $80,390 |
| 8. Vermont | $79,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $40.87 ($85,010 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $85,010 against $64,830 nationally, 31% more.
Where does Maryland rank for special education teacher pay?
Maryland ranks 5 of 45 states.
Which city in Maryland pays special education teachers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $82,760 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.