Special Education Teachers, All Other Salary in California

$41,658 $135,192
10th pct Median: $78,600 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$41,658
25th Percentile$56,592
50th (Median)$78,600
75th Percentile$108,468
90th (Top Earners)$135,192
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The California median salary of $78,600 for Special Education Teachers, All Other has the purchasing power of approximately $52,435 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

California's higher cost of living (COL index: 149.9) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Special Education Teachers, All Other make in California?
Special Education Teachers, All Other in California earn a median annual salary of $78,600 per year ($37.79/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $62,880.
Is California a good state for Special Education Teachers, All Other?
California pays above the national average for special education teachers, all other, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in California is higher average (COL index: 149.9).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Special Education Teachers, All Other in California?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 149.9 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $78,600 salary in California has the purchasing power of approximately $52,435 in Missouri. Higher living costs in California reduce real purchasing power.
How does California compare to neighboring states for Special Education Teachers, All Other salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Special Education Teachers, All Other salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in California

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Radiologists $387,400
2 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $382,775
3 Neurologists $369,500
4 Surgeons, All Other $368,150
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $339,850
6 Psychiatrists $312,248
7 Physicians, Pathologists $304,900
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $304,175
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Special Education Teachers, All Other in California

Special Education Teachers, All Other work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the education sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Bachelor's degree

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