How much does a special education teacher make in Washington?
$86,580a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Washington. That is $41.63 an hour or $7,215 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.63
- Vs. national median
- +34%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 820
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,240Median: $86,580Highest 10%: $125,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,240 | $31.37 | |
| 25th | $76,760 | $36.90 | |
| Median | $86,580 | $41.63 | |
| 75th | $105,000 | $50.47 | |
| 90th | $125,000 | $60.12 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $94,240 |
| Olympia, WA | $82,600 |
| Kennewick, WA | $79,840 |
| Portland, OR | $77,540 |
| Spokane, WA | $75,160 |
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 |
| 6. Pennsylvania | $83,510 |
| 7. Alaska | $80,390 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $41.63 ($86,580 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $86,580 against $64,830 nationally, 34% more.
Where does Washington rank for special education teacher pay?
Washington ranks 4 of 45 states.
Which city in Washington pays special education teachers the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $94,240 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.