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Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School Salary in Kentucky
Ranked #42 of 51 · KY
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary schools in Kentucky earn between $46,070 and $75,560. 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 Kentucky is $58,580, about 19.4% below the U.S. average ($72,650). That works out to roughly $28/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Kentucky
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $62,340 | $66,220 | 790 |
| Bowling Green, KY | $61,500 | $57,880 | 130 |
| Lexington-Fayette, KY | $61,450 | $64,400 | 480 |
| Elizabethtown, KY | $60,910 | $57,760 | 110 |
| Owensboro, KY | $60,760 | $58,230 | 90 |
| South Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $58,580 | $54,330 | 460 |
| East Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $58,360 | $53,800 | 430 |
| Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $57,760 | $55,350 | 420 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make in Kentucky?
The median special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school salary in Kentucky is $60,060 per year (mean $58,580), and about 80% earn between $46,070 and $75,560.
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make per hour in Kentucky?
Roughly $28 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $58,580 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Kentucky a high-paying state for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school?
Kentucky ranks #42 of 51 states for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school pay. Its mean salary of $58,580 is about 19.4% below the U.S. average of $72,650.
Which metro areas in Kentucky pay special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Kentucky for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school are Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN ($62,340), Bowling Green, KY ($61,500), Lexington-Fayette, KY ($61,450), by median annual wage.
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