How much does a special education teacher make in New Jersey?
$92,060a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in New Jersey. That is $44.26 an hour or $7,672 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.26
- Vs. national median
- +42%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 1,720
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,880Median: $92,060Highest 10%: $138,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,880 | $29.75 | |
| 25th | $69,390 | $33.36 | |
| Median | $92,060 | $44.26 | |
| 75th | $134,700 | $64.76 | |
| 90th | $138,100 | $66.37 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlantic City, NJ | $82,390 |
| New York, NY | $81,210 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $79,560 |
| Trenton, NJ | $75,420 |
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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $44.26 ($92,060 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $92,060 against $64,830 nationally, 42% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for special education teacher pay?
New Jersey ranks 2 of 45 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays special education teachers the most?
Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ, with a median of $82,390 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.