Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Ohio | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $73,970 | $71,377 | +4% |
| Median hourly wage | $35.56 | $34.32 | +4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $79,709.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Special Education Teacher in Ohio is $73,970, or about $35.56 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Special Education Teachers is $71,377. Ohio is +4% above the national median.
Entry-level special education teachers in Ohio typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 9,550 special education teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $73,970, Ohio offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.