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Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School Salary in Arizona
Ranked #44 of 51 · AZ
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary schools in Arizona earn between $46,400 and $75,420. 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 Arizona is $57,470, about 20.9% below the U.S. average ($72,650). That works out to roughly $28/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Arizona
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ | $58,930 | $59,840 | 1,430 |
| Arizona nonmetropolitan area | $57,400 | $55,860 | 160 |
| Tucson, AZ | $50,660 | $54,890 | 620 |
| Yuma, AZ | $48,680 | $51,790 | 80 |
| Lake Havasu City-Kingman, AZ | $47,420 | $50,920 | 50 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ | $47,300 | $50,230 | 40 |
| Sierra Vista-Douglas, AZ | $45,600 | $48,310 | 40 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make in Arizona?
The median special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school salary in Arizona is $56,030 per year (mean $57,470), and about 80% earn between $46,400 and $75,420.
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make per hour in Arizona?
Roughly $28 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $57,470 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Arizona a high-paying state for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school?
Arizona ranks #44 of 51 states for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school pay. Its mean salary of $57,470 is about 20.9% below the U.S. average of $72,650.
Which metro areas in Arizona pay special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Arizona for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school are Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ ($58,930), Arizona nonmetropolitan area ($57,400), Tucson, AZ ($50,660), by median annual wage.
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