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Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School Salary in Oregon
Ranked #11 of 51 · OR
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary schools in Oregon earn between $58,620 and $105,820. 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 Oregon is $78,310, about 7.8% above the U.S. average ($72,650). That works out to roughly $38/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Oregon
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $83,140 | $86,580 | 890 |
| Bend, OR | $81,050 | $75,400 | 80 |
| Salem, OR | $80,110 | $76,270 | 180 |
| Corvallis, OR | $77,700 | $75,510 | 30 |
| Eugene-Springfield, OR | $77,460 | $74,520 | 120 |
| Central Oregon nonmetropolitan area | $76,910 | $74,700 | 70 |
| Eastern Oregon nonmetropolitan area | $73,380 | $69,880 | 110 |
| Medford, OR | $70,910 | $72,120 | 90 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make in Oregon?
The median special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school salary in Oregon is $77,700 per year (mean $78,310), and about 80% earn between $58,620 and $105,820.
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make per hour in Oregon?
Roughly $38 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $78,310 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Oregon a high-paying state for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school?
Oregon ranks #11 of 51 states for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school pay. Its mean salary of $78,310 is about 7.8% above the U.S. average of $72,650.
Which metro areas in Oregon pay special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Oregon for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school are Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA ($83,140), Bend, OR ($81,050), Salem, OR ($80,110), by median annual wage.
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