Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Massachusetts | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $91,350 | $71,377 | +28% |
| Median hourly wage | $43.92 | $34.32 | +28% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $86,342.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Special Education Teacher in Massachusetts is $91,350, or about $43.92 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Special Education Teachers is $71,377. Massachusetts is +28% above the national median.
Entry-level special education teachers in Massachusetts typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 7,220 special education teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $91,350, Massachusetts offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.