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Special Education Teachers, Secondary School Salary in Georgia
Ranked #22 of 51 · GA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of special education teachers, secondary schools in Georgia earn between $56,910 and $97,720. 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 Georgia is $73,780, about 4.5% below the U.S. average ($77,260). That works out to roughly $35/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Georgia
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warner Robins, GA | $81,190 | $92,920 | 60 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA | $77,180 | $75,840 | 2,550 |
| North Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $75,940 | $75,410 | 110 |
| Middle Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $73,780 | $74,590 | 90 |
| Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $64,720 | $68,790 | 160 |
| Athens-Clarke County, GA | $64,040 | $64,530 | 40 |
| Columbus, GA-AL | $63,220 | $71,910 | 100 |
| East Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $62,750 | $66,620 | 240 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do special education teachers, secondary school make in Georgia?
The median special education teachers, secondary school salary in Georgia is $74,150 per year (mean $73,780), and about 80% earn between $56,910 and $97,720.
How much do special education teachers, secondary school make per hour in Georgia?
Roughly $35 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $73,780 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Georgia a high-paying state for special education teachers, secondary school?
Georgia ranks #22 of 51 states for special education teachers, secondary school pay. Its mean salary of $73,780 is about 4.5% below the U.S. average of $77,260.
Which metro areas in Georgia pay special education teachers, secondary school the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Georgia for special education teachers, secondary school are Warner Robins, GA ($81,190), Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA ($77,180), North Georgia nonmetropolitan area ($75,940), by median annual wage.
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