Creative & Education Toledo, OH Pop. 270,871

Special Education Teacher Salary in Toledo, Ohio

The median special education teacher salary in Toledo, OH is $51,627 per year, which is 18% below the national median and 8.9% below the Ohio state average.

City Median
$51,627
vs State Avg
$-5,037
vs National
$-11,333
Cost of Living
82%

Special Education Teacher Salary in Toledo by Experience

In Toledo, an entry-level special education teacher earns around $36,080, while experienced professionals earn up to $73,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 82% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$36,080
$-7,920 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$52,480
$-11,520 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$73,800
$-16,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Toledo, OH

Percentile Toledo
10th Percentile $34,440
25th Percentile $41,000
Median (50th) $51,627
75th Percentile $63,960
90th Percentile $78,720

Special Education Teacher Salary in Other Ohio Cities

Columbus, OH
$59,812
Pop. 905,748
Cincinnati, OH
$56,664
Pop. 309,317
Cleveland, OH
$54,146
Pop. 372,624
Akron, OH
$52,886
Pop. 190,469

How to Become a Special Education Teacher in Toledo

Education

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