Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Tennessee | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $62,560 | $71,377 | -12% |
| Median hourly wage | $30.08 | $34.32 | -12% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $68,074.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Special Education Teacher in Tennessee is $62,560, or about $30.08 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Special Education Teachers is $71,377. Tennessee is -12% below the national median.
Entry-level special education teachers in Tennessee typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,910 special education teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $62,560, Tennessee offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.