Special Education Teachers, Secondary School Salary in Arkansas

$28,484 $92,438
10th pct Median: $53,743 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$28,484
25th Percentile$38,695
50th (Median)$53,743
75th Percentile$74,165
90th (Top Earners)$92,438
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Arkansas median salary of $53,743 for Special Education Teachers, Secondary School has the purchasing power of approximately $60,933 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, Secondary School make in Arkansas?
Special Education Teachers, Secondary School in Arkansas earn a median annual salary of $53,743 per year ($25.84/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $63,980.
Is Arkansas a good state for Special Education Teachers, Secondary School?
Arkansas pays slightly below the national average for special education teachers, secondary 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, Secondary School in Arkansas?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 88.2 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $53,743 salary in Arkansas has the purchasing power of approximately $60,933 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Arkansas increase real purchasing power.
How does Arkansas compare to neighboring states for Special Education Teachers, Secondary School salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Special Education Teachers, Secondary 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, Secondary School in Arkansas

Special Education Teachers, Secondary 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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