Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Kansas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $59,970 | $71,377 | -16% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.83 | $34.32 | -16% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $66,559.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Special Education Teacher in Kansas is $59,970, or about $28.83 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Special Education Teachers is $71,377. Kansas is -16% below the national median.
Entry-level special education teachers in Kansas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,610 special education teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $59,970, Kansas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.