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Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School Salary in Alabama
Ranked #27 of 51 · AL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary schools in Alabama earn between $50,510 and $77,150. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school salary in Alabama is $65,270, about 10.2% below the U.S. average ($72,650). That works out to roughly $31/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Alabama
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery, AL | $70,790 | $69,090 | 80 |
| Northeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area | $68,400 | $68,560 | 130 |
| Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL | $64,750 | $66,310 | 50 |
| Southwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area | $64,580 | $61,330 | 40 |
| Anniston-Oxford, AL | $64,010 | $62,140 | 40 |
| Mobile, AL | $63,850 | $63,990 | 100 |
| Huntsville, AL | $62,350 | $66,420 | 150 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | $62,230 | $60,760 | 90 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make in Alabama?
The median special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school salary in Alabama is $64,520 per year (mean $65,270), and about 80% earn between $50,510 and $77,150.
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make per hour in Alabama?
Roughly $31 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $65,270 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Alabama a high-paying state for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school?
Alabama ranks #27 of 51 states for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school pay. Its mean salary of $65,270 is about 10.2% below the U.S. average of $72,650.
Which metro areas in Alabama pay special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Alabama for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school are Montgomery, AL ($70,790), Northeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area ($68,400), Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL ($64,750), by median annual wage.
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