Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Georgia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $72,880 | $71,377 | +2% |
| Median hourly wage | $35.04 | $34.32 | +2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $75,680.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Special Education Teacher in Georgia is $72,880, or about $35.04 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Special Education Teachers is $71,377. Georgia is +2% above the national median.
Entry-level special education teachers in Georgia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 9,370 special education teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $72,880, Georgia offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.