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Special Education Teacher Salary in Birmingham, Alabama

The median special education teacher salary in Birmingham, AL is $56,664 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 3.4% above the Alabama state average.

City Median
$56,664
vs State Avg
+$1,889
vs National
$-6,296
Cost of Living
90%

Special Education Teacher Salary in Birmingham by Experience

In Birmingham, an entry-level special education teacher earns around $39,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $81,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$39,600
$-4,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$57,600
$-6,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$81,000
$-9,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Birmingham, AL

Percentile Birmingham
10th Percentile $37,800
25th Percentile $45,000
Median (50th) $56,664
75th Percentile $70,200
90th Percentile $86,400

Special Education Teacher Salary in Other Alabama Cities

Huntsville, AL
$57,923
Pop. 216,963
Tuscaloosa, AL
$55,405
Pop. 101,129
Montgomery, AL
$54,146
Pop. 200,603
Mobile, AL
$53,516
Pop. 187,041

How to Become a Special Education Teacher in Birmingham

Education

Most special education teacher positions require a bachelor's degree. Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

IEP DevelopmentAdaptive TeachingAssessmentBehavioral ManagementCommunicationPatience

Job Outlook

Nationally, special education teacher employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Birmingham may vary based on local industry and population growth.