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Special Education Teacher Salary in Springfield, Illinois

The median special education teacher salary in Springfield, IL is $53,516 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 10.5% below the Illinois state average.

City Median
$53,516
vs State Avg
$-6,296
vs National
$-9,444
Cost of Living
85%

Special Education Teacher Salary in Springfield by Experience

In Springfield, an entry-level special education teacher earns around $37,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $76,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$37,400
$-6,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$54,400
$-9,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$76,500
$-13,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Springfield, IL

Percentile Springfield
10th Percentile $35,700
25th Percentile $42,500
Median (50th) $53,516
75th Percentile $66,300
90th Percentile $81,600

Special Education Teacher Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$67,997
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$67,367
Pop. 2,693,976
Aurora, IL
$59,812
Pop. 197,757
Rockford, IL
$51,627
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Special Education Teacher in Springfield

Education

Most special education teacher positions require a bachelor's degree. Springfield and the surrounding Illinois 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 Springfield may vary based on local industry and population growth.