Creative & Education Lake Charles, LA Pop. 80,000

Special Education Teacher Salary in Lake Charles, Louisiana

The median special education teacher salary in Lake Charles, LA is $54,146 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 5.5% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$54,146
vs State Avg
$-3,148
vs National
$-8,814
Cost of Living
86%

Special Education Teacher Salary in Lake Charles by Experience

In Lake Charles, 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 Lake Charles, LA

Percentile Lake Charles
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 Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$61,701
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$57,923
Pop. 227,470
Lafayette, LA
$55,405
Pop. 121,374
Shreveport, LA
$53,516
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Special Education Teacher in Lake Charles

Education

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