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Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School Salary in Washington
Ranked #2 of 51 · WA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary schools in Washington earn between $65,950 and $126,570. 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 Washington is $93,970, about 29.3% above the U.S. average ($72,650). That works out to roughly $45/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Washington
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $100,150 | $99,720 | 1,740 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA | $99,840 | $103,830 | 60 |
| Bellingham, WA | $95,610 | $94,900 | 110 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $95,040 | $94,470 | 130 |
| Western Washington nonmetropolitan area | $86,060 | $91,420 | 160 |
| Kennewick-Richland, WA | $85,000 | $87,230 | 170 |
| Yakima, WA | $82,790 | $85,000 | 140 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA | $81,150 | $88,210 | 140 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make in Washington?
The median special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school salary in Washington is $95,040 per year (mean $93,970), and about 80% earn between $65,950 and $126,570.
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make per hour in Washington?
Roughly $45 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $93,970 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Washington a high-paying state for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school?
Washington ranks #2 of 51 states for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school pay. Its mean salary of $93,970 is about 29.3% above the U.S. average of $72,650.
Which metro areas in Washington pay special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Washington for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school are Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA ($100,150), Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA ($99,840), Bellingham, WA ($95,610), by median annual wage.
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