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Special Education Teacher Salary in Lowell, Massachusetts

The median special education teacher salary in Lowell, MA is $66,108 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 22.2% below the Massachusetts state average.

City Median
$66,108
vs State Avg
$-18,888
vs National
+$3,148
Cost of Living
105%

Special Education Teacher Salary in Lowell by Experience

In Lowell, an entry-level special education teacher earns around $46,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $94,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$46,200
+$2,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$67,200
+$3,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$94,500
+$4,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lowell, MA

Percentile Lowell
10th Percentile $44,100
25th Percentile $52,500
Median (50th) $66,108
75th Percentile $81,900
90th Percentile $100,800

Special Education Teacher Salary in Other Massachusetts Cities

Cambridge, MA
$100,736
Pop. 118,403
Boston, MA
$95,699
Pop. 675,647
Worcester, MA
$69,256
Pop. 206,518
Springfield, MA
$61,701
Pop. 155,929

How to Become a Special Education Teacher in Lowell

Education

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