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Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School Salary in Virginia
Ranked #16 of 51 · VA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary schools in Virginia earn between $50,830 and $101,120. 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 Virginia is $72,890, about 0.3% above the U.S. average ($72,650). That works out to roughly $35/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Virginia
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC | $78,330 | $77,500 | 1,750 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $76,940 | $69,140 | 60 |
| Roanoke, VA | $63,160 | $61,450 | 290 |
| Richmond, VA | $62,310 | $62,230 | 910 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $61,590 | $65,530 | 170 |
| Northwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area | $60,570 | $61,350 | 160 |
| Southside Virginia nonmetropolitan area | $59,630 | $64,070 | 220 |
| Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, VA | $59,460 | $63,540 | 110 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make in Virginia?
The median special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school salary in Virginia is $67,740 per year (mean $72,890), and about 80% earn between $50,830 and $101,120.
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make per hour in Virginia?
Roughly $35 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $72,890 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Virginia a high-paying state for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school?
Virginia ranks #16 of 51 states for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school pay. Its mean salary of $72,890 is about 0.3% above the U.S. average of $72,650.
Which metro areas in Virginia pay special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Virginia for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school are Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC ($78,330), Harrisonburg, VA ($76,940), Roanoke, VA ($63,160), by median annual wage.
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