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Special Education Teachers, Middle School Salary in Washington
Ranked #2 of 51 · WA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of special education teachers, middle schools in Washington earn between $67,650 and $127,390. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean special education teachers, middle school salary in Washington is $97,240, about 31.8% above the U.S. average ($73,780). That works out to roughly $47/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Washington
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $104,450 | $104,860 | 50 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA | $103,880 | $97,640 | 70 |
| Bellingham, WA | $101,120 | $98,140 | 50 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $100,350 | $103,370 | 720 |
| Western Washington nonmetropolitan area | $89,610 | $93,090 | 70 |
| Kennewick-Richland, WA | $85,190 | $88,120 | 80 |
| Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area | $83,940 | $87,470 | 80 |
| Yakima, WA | $83,610 | $89,990 | 70 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do special education teachers, middle school make in Washington?
The median special education teachers, middle school salary in Washington is $99,520 per year (mean $97,240), and about 80% earn between $67,650 and $127,390.
How much do special education teachers, middle school make per hour in Washington?
Roughly $47 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $97,240 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Washington a high-paying state for special education teachers, middle school?
Washington ranks #2 of 51 states for special education teachers, middle school pay. Its mean salary of $97,240 is about 31.8% above the U.S. average of $73,780.
Which metro areas in Washington pay special education teachers, middle school the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Washington for special education teachers, middle school are Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA ($104,450), Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA ($103,880), Bellingham, WA ($101,120), by median annual wage.
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