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Special Education Teachers, Secondary School Salary in Arizona
Ranked #24 of 51 · AZ
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of special education teachers, secondary schools in Arizona earn between $49,240 and $110,560. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean special education teachers, secondary school salary in Arizona is $71,690, about 7.2% below the U.S. average ($77,260). That works out to roughly $34/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Arizona
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ | $64,490 | $76,460 | 1,460 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ | $60,900 | $59,440 | 50 |
| Flagstaff, AZ | $60,060 | $56,760 | 140 |
| Tucson, AZ | $56,730 | $62,860 | 140 |
| Lake Havasu City-Kingman, AZ | $53,910 | $54,240 | 40 |
| Arizona nonmetropolitan area | $49,650 | $54,410 | 70 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do special education teachers, secondary school make in Arizona?
The median special education teachers, secondary school salary in Arizona is $64,300 per year (mean $71,690), and about 80% earn between $49,240 and $110,560.
How much do special education teachers, secondary school make per hour in Arizona?
Roughly $34 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $71,690 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Arizona a high-paying state for special education teachers, secondary school?
Arizona ranks #24 of 51 states for special education teachers, secondary school pay. Its mean salary of $71,690 is about 7.2% below the U.S. average of $77,260.
Which metro areas in Arizona pay special education teachers, secondary school the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Arizona for special education teachers, secondary school are Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ ($64,490), Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ ($60,900), Flagstaff, AZ ($60,060), by median annual wage.
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