How much does a special education teacher make in Virginia?
$77,570a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Virginia. That is $37.29 an hour or $6,464 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.29
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 650
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,350Median: $77,570Highest 10%: $122,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,350 | $24.21 | |
| 25th | $61,690 | $29.66 | |
| Median | $77,570 | $37.29 | |
| 75th | $99,430 | $47.80 | |
| 90th | $122,500 | $58.91 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $82,760 |
| Richmond, VA | $61,860 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $61,710 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special education teachers.
| 7. Alaska | $80,390 |
| 8. Vermont | $79,000 |
| 9. Colorado | $78,040 |
| 10. Virginia | $77,570 |
| 11. Oregon | $77,490 |
| 12. Minnesota | $75,880 |
| 13. Michigan | $75,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $37.29 ($77,570 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $77,570 against $64,830 nationally, 20% more.
Where does Virginia rank for special education teacher pay?
Virginia ranks 10 of 45 states.
Which city in Virginia 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.