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Special Education Teacher Salary in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The median special education teacher salary in Pittsburgh, PA is $58,553 per year, which is 7% below the national median and 3.1% below the Pennsylvania state average.

City Median
$58,553
vs State Avg
$-1,889
vs National
$-4,407
Cost of Living
93%

Special Education Teacher Salary in Pittsburgh by Experience

In Pittsburgh, an entry-level special education teacher earns around $40,920, while experienced professionals earn up to $83,700 per year. The local cost of living index is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$40,920
$-3,080 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$59,520
$-4,480 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$83,700
$-6,300 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Pittsburgh, PA

Percentile Pittsburgh
10th Percentile $39,060
25th Percentile $46,500
Median (50th) $58,553
75th Percentile $72,540
90th Percentile $89,280

Special Education Teacher Salary in Other Pennsylvania Cities

Philadelphia, PA
$64,219
Pop. 1,603,797
Allentown, PA
$59,182
Pop. 126,092
Reading, PA
$55,405
Pop. 95,112
Erie, PA
$52,886
Pop. 94,831

How to Become a Special Education Teacher in Pittsburgh

Education

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