Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Iowa | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $60,440 | $71,377 | -15% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.06 | $34.32 | -15% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $68,838.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Special Education Teacher in Iowa is $60,440, or about $29.06 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Special Education Teachers is $71,377. Iowa is -15% below the national median.
Entry-level special education teachers in Iowa typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,560 special education teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $60,440, Iowa offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.