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Special Education Teachers, Secondary School Salary in Louisiana
Ranked #45 of 51 · LA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of special education teachers, secondary schools in Louisiana earn between $48,620 and $64,460. 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 Louisiana is $57,720, about 25.3% below the U.S. average ($77,260). That works out to roughly $28/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Louisiana
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shreveport-Bossier City, LA | $62,780 | $72,480 | 170 |
| New Orleans-Metairie, LA | $61,630 | $62,020 | 360 |
| Northeast Louisiana nonmetropolitan area | $59,760 | $58,910 | 130 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $59,590 | $59,950 | 370 |
| Monroe, LA | $59,160 | $58,400 | 30 |
| Alexandria, LA | $57,940 | $53,280 | 100 |
| Southwest Louisiana nonmetropolitan area | $53,420 | $59,680 | 170 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $52,520 | $55,100 | 200 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do special education teachers, secondary school make in Louisiana?
The median special education teachers, secondary school salary in Louisiana is $59,100 per year (mean $57,720), and about 80% earn between $48,620 and $64,460.
How much do special education teachers, secondary school make per hour in Louisiana?
Roughly $28 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $57,720 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Louisiana a high-paying state for special education teachers, secondary school?
Louisiana ranks #45 of 51 states for special education teachers, secondary school pay. Its mean salary of $57,720 is about 25.3% below the U.S. average of $77,260.
Which metro areas in Louisiana pay special education teachers, secondary school the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Louisiana for special education teachers, secondary school are Shreveport-Bossier City, LA ($62,780), New Orleans-Metairie, LA ($61,630), Northeast Louisiana nonmetropolitan area ($59,760), by median annual wage.
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