Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Utah | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $61,290 | $71,377 | -14% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.47 | $34.32 | -14% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $61,972.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Special Education Teacher in Utah is $61,290, or about $29.47 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Special Education Teachers is $71,377. Utah is -14% below the national median.
Entry-level special education teachers in Utah typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,890 special education teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $61,290, Utah offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.