How much does a special education teacher make in Minneapolis?
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro area. That is $38.80 an hour or $6,725 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.80
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among cities
- 19 of 97
- Jobs in the area
- 760
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,990 | $23.07 | |
| 25th | $62,870 | $30.23 | |
| Median | $80,700 | $38.80 | |
| 75th | $101,100 | $48.61 | |
| 90th | $101,100 | $48.61 |
Other cities in Minnesota
Median yearly pay for special education teachers.
| Rochester, MN | $76,710 |
| Duluth, MN | $75,330 |
Related jobs in Minneapolis
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Law Teacher | $219,000 |
| Chemistry Teacher | $132,600 |
| Engineering Teacher | $131,200 |
| Physics Teacher | $130,300 |
| Environmental Science Teacher | $127,100 |
| Atmospheric | $123,500 |
| Geography Teacher | $107,800 |
| Social Sciences Teacher | $104,700 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $103,500 |
| Economics Teacher | $103,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Minneapolis?
The median hourly pay in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro area is $38.80 ($80,700 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Minneapolis than the national average?
Yes: $80,700 against $64,830 nationally, 24% more.
How does Minneapolis compare with the rest of Minnesota?
The median in Minnesota is $75,880, so Minneapolis pays 6% more.
Where does Minneapolis rank for special education teacher pay?
19 of 97 metro areas with data.
How much does a special education teacher make starting out in Minneapolis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $47,990 or less a year; the top 10% make $101,100 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.