Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Pennsylvania | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $72,680 | $71,377 | +2% |
| Median hourly wage | $34.94 | $34.32 | +2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $74,467.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Special Education Teacher in Pennsylvania is $72,680, or about $34.94 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Special Education Teachers is $71,377. Pennsylvania is +2% above the national median.
Entry-level special education teachers in Pennsylvania typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 7,640 special education teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $72,680, Pennsylvania offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.