Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School Salary in Arizona

$32,546 $105,620
10th pct Median: $61,407 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$32,546
25th Percentile$44,213
50th (Median)$61,407
75th Percentile$84,742
90th (Top Earners)$105,620
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Arizona median salary of $61,407 for Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School has the purchasing power of approximately $59,216 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Arizona's higher cost of living (COL index: 103.7) 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, Kindergarten and Elementary School make in Arizona?
Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School in Arizona earn a median annual salary of $61,407 per year ($29.52/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $62,660.
Is Arizona a good state for Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School?
Arizona pays slightly below the national average for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school. Cost of living in Arizona is near the national average (COL index: 103.7).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School in Arizona?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 103.7 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $61,407 salary in Arizona has the purchasing power of approximately $59,216 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Arizona reduce real purchasing power.
How does Arizona compare to neighboring states for Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Arizona

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Radiologists $303,722
2 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $300,096
3 Neurologists $289,688
4 Surgeons, All Other $288,630
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $266,442
6 Physicians, Pathologists $239,042
7 General Internal Medicine Physicians $238,473
8 Obstetricians and Gynecologists $234,416
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School in Arizona

Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School 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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