Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Michigan | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $74,600 | $71,377 | +5% |
| Median hourly wage | $35.87 | $34.32 | +5% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $77,547.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Special Education Teacher in Michigan is $74,600, or about $35.87 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Special Education Teachers is $71,377. Michigan is +5% above the national median.
Entry-level special education teachers in Michigan typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 4,010 special education teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $74,600, Michigan offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.