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Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School Salary in Minnesota
Ranked #21 of 51 · MN
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary schools in Minnesota earn between $49,050 and $96,240. 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 Minnesota is $70,350, about 3.2% below the U.S. average ($72,650). That works out to roughly $34/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Minnesota
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $76,320 | $73,060 | 2,340 |
| St. Cloud, MN | $70,790 | $68,450 | 180 |
| Duluth, MN-WI | $66,420 | $68,290 | 180 |
| Rochester, MN | $65,620 | $67,170 | 200 |
| Southeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area | $63,390 | $66,920 | 240 |
| Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area | $63,380 | $65,890 | 470 |
| Northeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area | $63,330 | $66,520 | 70 |
| Southwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area | $61,170 | $64,400 | 270 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make in Minnesota?
The median special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school salary in Minnesota is $67,620 per year (mean $70,350), and about 80% earn between $49,050 and $96,240.
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make per hour in Minnesota?
Roughly $34 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $70,350 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Minnesota a high-paying state for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school?
Minnesota ranks #21 of 51 states for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school pay. Its mean salary of $70,350 is about 3.2% below the U.S. average of $72,650.
Which metro areas in Minnesota pay special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Minnesota for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school are Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI ($76,320), St. Cloud, MN ($70,790), Duluth, MN-WI ($66,420), by median annual wage.
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