Creative & Education Davenport, IA Pop. 101,724

Special Education Teacher Salary in Davenport, Iowa

The median special education teacher salary in Davenport, IA is $54,146 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 3.4% below the Iowa state average.

City Median
$54,146
vs State Avg
$-1,888
vs National
$-8,814
Cost of Living
86%

Special Education Teacher Salary in Davenport by Experience

In Davenport, an entry-level special education teacher earns around $37,840, while experienced professionals earn up to $77,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$37,840
$-6,160 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$55,040
$-8,960 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$77,400
$-12,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Davenport, IA

Percentile Davenport
10th Percentile $36,120
25th Percentile $43,000
Median (50th) $54,146
75th Percentile $67,080
90th Percentile $82,560

Special Education Teacher Salary in Other Iowa Cities

Iowa City, IA
$59,812
Pop. 74,828
Des Moines, IA
$57,923
Pop. 214,133
Cedar Rapids, IA
$55,405
Pop. 137,710
Sioux City, IA
$52,886
Pop. 85,797

How to Become a Special Education Teacher in Davenport

Education

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