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Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School Salary in Tennessee
Ranked #34 of 51 · TN
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary schools in Tennessee earn between $49,860 and $79,360. 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 Tennessee is $63,380, about 12.8% below the U.S. average ($72,650). That works out to roughly $30/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Tennessee
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $65,170 | $68,580 | 1,030 |
| Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $64,640 | $65,130 | 1,330 |
| Chattanooga, TN-GA | $63,220 | $63,090 | 580 |
| Johnson City, TN | $62,560 | $60,730 | 80 |
| East Tennessee nonmetropolitan area | $60,650 | $60,910 | 190 |
| South Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area | $60,610 | $58,630 | 210 |
| Knoxville, TN | $60,390 | $59,190 | 400 |
| Cleveland, TN | $59,220 | $57,320 | 70 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make in Tennessee?
The median special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school salary in Tennessee is $62,560 per year (mean $63,380), and about 80% earn between $49,860 and $79,360.
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make per hour in Tennessee?
Roughly $30 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $63,380 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Tennessee a high-paying state for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school?
Tennessee ranks #34 of 51 states for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school pay. Its mean salary of $63,380 is about 12.8% below the U.S. average of $72,650.
Which metro areas in Tennessee pay special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Tennessee for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school are Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN ($65,170), Memphis, TN-MS-AR ($64,640), Chattanooga, TN-GA ($63,220), by median annual wage.
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