Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School Salary in Arkansas

$27,896 $90,530
10th pct Median: $52,634 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$27,896
25th Percentile$37,896
50th (Median)$52,634
75th Percentile$72,635
90th (Top Earners)$90,530
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Arkansas median salary of $52,634 for Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School has the purchasing power of approximately $59,676 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Arkansas's lower cost of living (COL index: 88.2) means your salary goes further than in higher-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 Arkansas?
Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School in Arkansas earn a median annual salary of $52,634 per year ($25.30/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $62,660.
Is Arkansas a good state for Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School?
Arkansas pays slightly below the national average for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school. Cost of living in Arkansas is lower average (COL index: 88.2).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School in Arkansas?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 88.2 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $52,634 salary in Arkansas has the purchasing power of approximately $59,676 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Arkansas increase real purchasing power.
How does Arkansas 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 Arkansas

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $279,048
2 Radiologists $260,333
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $257,225
4 Neurologists $248,304
5 Surgeons, All Other $247,397
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $228,379
7 Psychiatrists $209,830
8 Physicians, Pathologists $204,893
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School in Arkansas

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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