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Special Education Teacher Salary in Lafayette, Louisiana

The median special education teacher salary in Lafayette, LA is $55,405 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 3.3% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$55,405
vs State Avg
$-1,889
vs National
$-7,555
Cost of Living
88%

Special Education Teacher Salary in Lafayette by Experience

In Lafayette, an entry-level special education teacher earns around $38,720, while experienced professionals earn up to $79,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$38,720
$-5,280 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$56,320
$-7,680 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$79,200
$-10,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lafayette, LA

Percentile Lafayette
10th Percentile $36,960
25th Percentile $44,000
Median (50th) $55,405
75th Percentile $68,640
90th Percentile $84,480

Special Education Teacher Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$61,701
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$57,923
Pop. 227,470
Lake Charles, LA
$54,146
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$53,516
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Special Education Teacher in Lafayette

Education

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