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Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School Salary in California
Ranked #3 of 51 · CA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary schools in California earn between $63,180 and $123,590. 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 California is $93,510, about 28.7% above the U.S. average ($72,650). That works out to roughly $45/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in California
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $105,290 | $100,660 | 3,440 |
| Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA | $104,810 | $101,530 | 490 |
| El Centro, CA | $99,020 | $110,170 | 180 |
| Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA | $98,940 | $99,170 | 300 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $98,640 | $102,260 | 790 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $98,330 | $90,030 | 1,700 |
| Vallejo, CA | $98,260 | $95,460 | 210 |
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA | $97,860 | $91,530 | 1,970 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make in California?
The median special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school salary in California is $97,170 per year (mean $93,510), and about 80% earn between $63,180 and $123,590.
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make per hour in California?
Roughly $45 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $93,510 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is California a high-paying state for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school?
California ranks #3 of 51 states for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school pay. Its mean salary of $93,510 is about 28.7% above the U.S. average of $72,650.
Which metro areas in California pay special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in California for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school are San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA ($105,290), Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA ($104,810), El Centro, CA ($99,020), by median annual wage.
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