Special Education Teachers (Preschool) Salary in Washington
Special Education Teachers (Preschool) in Washington earn a median of $86,580 a year, +34% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $86,580
- vs. U.S. median
- +34% ($64,830)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 820
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $65,240; the top 10% earn over $125,040. Nationally the range is $45,620 to $130,040.
States ranked near Washington
Similar jobs in Washington
- Special Education Teachers, Secondary School$101,120 median in Washington
- Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education$45,660 median in Washington
- Special Education Teachers, Middle School$99,520 median in Washington
- Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education$102,350 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
Special Education Teachers (Preschool) pay in Washington
How much do special education teachers (preschool) make in Washington?
The median is $86,580 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $65,240 and the top 10% earn over $125,040. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for special education teachers (preschool)?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 45 (+34% vs. the national median of $64,830). Living costs are not included.