Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Oklahoma | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $50,630 | $71,377 | -29% |
| Median hourly wage | $24.34 | $34.32 | -29% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $57,665.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Special Education Teacher in Oklahoma is $50,630, or about $24.34 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Special Education Teachers is $71,377. Oklahoma is -29% below the national median.
Entry-level special education teachers in Oklahoma typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,360 special education teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $50,630, Oklahoma offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.