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Special Education Teachers, Secondary School Salary in Mississippi
Ranked #51 of 51 · MS
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of special education teachers, secondary schools in Mississippi earn between $46,720 and $62,600. 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 Mississippi is $54,230, about 29.8% below the U.S. average ($77,260). That works out to roughly $26/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Mississippi
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport-Biloxi, MS | $58,770 | $55,560 | 200 |
| Jackson, MS | $55,800 | $55,660 | 330 |
| West Delta Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $51,870 | $52,280 | 180 |
| Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $51,280 | $53,880 | 250 |
| Lower West Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $49,290 | $52,230 | 120 |
| Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $48,720 | $53,040 | 330 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $48,360 | $50,960 | 130 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do special education teachers, secondary school make in Mississippi?
The median special education teachers, secondary school salary in Mississippi is $51,970 per year (mean $54,230), and about 80% earn between $46,720 and $62,600.
How much do special education teachers, secondary school make per hour in Mississippi?
Roughly $26 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $54,230 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Mississippi a high-paying state for special education teachers, secondary school?
Mississippi ranks #51 of 51 states for special education teachers, secondary school pay. Its mean salary of $54,230 is about 29.8% below the U.S. average of $77,260.
Which metro areas in Mississippi pay special education teachers, secondary school the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Mississippi for special education teachers, secondary school are Gulfport-Biloxi, MS ($58,770), Jackson, MS ($55,800), West Delta Mississippi nonmetropolitan area ($51,870), by median annual wage.
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