Creative & Education Iowa City, IA Pop. 74,828

Special Education Teacher Salary in Iowa City, Iowa

The median special education teacher salary in Iowa City, IA is $59,812 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 6.7% above the Iowa state average.

City Median
$59,812
vs State Avg
+$3,778
vs National
$-3,148
Cost of Living
95%

Special Education Teacher Salary in Iowa City by Experience

In Iowa City, an entry-level special education teacher earns around $41,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $85,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$41,800
$-2,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$60,800
$-3,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$85,500
$-4,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Iowa City, IA

Percentile Iowa City
10th Percentile $39,900
25th Percentile $47,500
Median (50th) $59,812
75th Percentile $74,100
90th Percentile $91,200

Special Education Teacher Salary in Other Iowa Cities

Des Moines, IA
$57,923
Pop. 214,133
Cedar Rapids, IA
$55,405
Pop. 137,710
Davenport, IA
$54,146
Pop. 101,724
Sioux City, IA
$52,886
Pop. 85,797

How to Become a Special Education Teacher in Iowa City

Education

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