Special Education Teachers (Middle School) Salary in Washington
Special Education Teachers (Middle School) in Washington earn a median of $99,520 a year, +49% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $99,520
- vs. U.S. median
- +49% ($66,810)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,550
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $67,650; the top 10% earn over $127,390. Nationally the range is $49,420 to $102,510.
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Similar jobs in Washington
- Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education$102,350 median in Washington
- Special Education Teachers, Secondary School$101,120 median in Washington
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education$99,960 median in Washington
- Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$102,670 median in Washington
- Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$102,140 median in Washington
- Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors$69,990 median in Washington
Special Education Teachers (Middle School) pay in Washington
How much do special education teachers (middle school) make in Washington?
The median is $99,520 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $67,650 and the top 10% earn over $127,390. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for special education teachers (middle school)?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 51 (+49% vs. the national median of $66,810). Living costs are not included.