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Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School Salary in Pennsylvania
Ranked #17 of 51 · PA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary schools in Pennsylvania earn between $51,730 and $98,170. 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 Pennsylvania is $72,340, about 0.4% below the U.S. average ($72,650). That works out to roughly $35/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Pennsylvania
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster, PA | $78,470 | $75,080 | 340 |
| Reading, PA | $77,230 | $76,090 | 280 |
| York-Hanover, PA | $76,120 | $72,660 | 300 |
| Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ | $75,190 | $74,350 | 530 |
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $74,290 | $75,600 | 5,660 |
| Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area | $71,380 | $69,940 | 210 |
| Chambersburg, PA | $67,510 | $69,490 | 80 |
| Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA | $64,640 | $70,480 | 440 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make in Pennsylvania?
The median special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school salary in Pennsylvania is $72,680 per year (mean $72,340), and about 80% earn between $51,730 and $98,170.
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make per hour in Pennsylvania?
Roughly $35 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $72,340 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Pennsylvania a high-paying state for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school?
Pennsylvania ranks #17 of 51 states for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school pay. Its mean salary of $72,340 is about 0.4% below the U.S. average of $72,650.
Which metro areas in Pennsylvania pay special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Pennsylvania for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school are Lancaster, PA ($78,470), Reading, PA ($77,230), York-Hanover, PA ($76,120), by median annual wage.
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