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Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School Salary in Louisiana
Ranked #43 of 51 · LA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary schools in Louisiana earn between $46,690 and $71,620. 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 Louisiana is $58,260, about 19.8% below the U.S. average ($72,650). That works out to roughly $28/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Louisiana
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shreveport-Bossier City, LA | $61,610 | $67,220 | 410 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $60,310 | $62,750 | 800 |
| New Orleans-Metairie, LA | $60,000 | $57,380 | 850 |
| Northeast Louisiana nonmetropolitan area | $58,160 | $53,560 | 160 |
| Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux, LA | $57,660 | $58,570 | 150 |
| Southwest Louisiana nonmetropolitan area | $57,470 | $61,230 | 220 |
| Monroe, LA | $53,820 | $56,610 | 40 |
| Central Louisiana nonmetropolitan area | $52,370 | $53,660 | 250 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make in Louisiana?
The median special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school salary in Louisiana is $58,800 per year (mean $58,260), and about 80% earn between $46,690 and $71,620.
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make per hour in Louisiana?
Roughly $28 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $58,260 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Louisiana a high-paying state for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school?
Louisiana ranks #43 of 51 states for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school pay. Its mean salary of $58,260 is about 19.8% below the U.S. average of $72,650.
Which metro areas in Louisiana pay special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Louisiana for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school are Shreveport-Bossier City, LA ($61,610), Baton Rouge, LA ($60,310), New Orleans-Metairie, LA ($60,000), by median annual wage.
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