Learning Disabilities Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does a Learning Disabilities Specialist make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Learning Disabilities Specialist in the United States is $62,403 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, a Learning Disabilities Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,875
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,302 to $67,884
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,836
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Learning Disabilities Specialist Salaries by Percentile

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Weekly
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75th Percentile $67,884 $5,657 $1,305 $33
Average $62,403 $5,200 $1,200 $30
25th Percentile $55,302 $4,608 $1,063 $27
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Key Factors That Influence Learning Disabilities Specialist Salaries

A Learning Disabilities Specialist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Learning Disabilities Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Learning Disabilities Specialist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $56,199
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $62,896
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $69,767
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $74,223
  • Expert (over 8 years): $90,797
Levels Salary
Accounts ... Level Learning Disabilities Specialist$56,199
Learning ... Level Learning Disabilities Specialist$62,896
Accounts ... Level Learning Disabilities Specialist$69,767
Accounts ... Level Learning Disabilities Specialist$74,223
Accounts ... Level Learning Disabilities Specialist$90,797
$56,199 0 yr
$62,896 < 2 yrs
$69,767 2-4 yrs
$74,223 5-8 yrs
$90,797 > 8 yrs
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How Do Learning Disabilities Specialist Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Learning Disabilities Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $69,092.
  • California: $68,830.
  • Massachusetts: $67,913.

Top Paying Cities for Learning Disabilities Specialists

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $78,708
  • San Francisco: $77,847
  • Oakland: $76,206

What Skills Can Increase a Learning Disabilities Specialist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 2.33% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Purchasing (Mentioned in 1.62% Job Postings): Purchasing refers to a business or organization attempting to acquire goods or services to accomplish its goals. Although there are several organizations that attempt to set standards in the purchasing process, processes can vary greatly between organizations. Typically the word “purchasing” is not used interchangeably with the word “procurement”, since procurement typically includes expediting, supplier quality, and transportation and logistics (T&L) in addition to purchasing.
  • Accounting Software (Mentioned in 0.94% Job Postings): Accounting software makes it easier for business owners to manage financial procedures, performing financial tasks correctly and quickly.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 2.33%
Purchasing 1.62%
Accounting Software 0.94%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Learning Disabilities Specialist's salary.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Dedication: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Procurement: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Leadership
$64,275
3%
Dedication
$64,275
3%
Procurement
$64,275
3%
Process Improvement
$63,651
2%
Oracle
$63,651
2%
Collaboration
$63,651
2%
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Learning Disabilities Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Learning Disabilities Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 120% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Telecom and Retail & Wholesale sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 60% above the average. In contrast, Learning Disabilities Specialist positions in Transportation or Software & Networking typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Learning Disabilities Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Learning Disabilities Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Telecom$99,844$48.060%
Retail & Wholesale$93,604$45.050%
MFG Nondurable$90,484$44.045%
Media$87,364$42.040%
Insurance$81,123$39.030%

Learning Disabilities Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Learning Disabilities Specialist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Learning Disabilities Specialist

Salaries for a Learning Disabilities Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $65,986 in 2023 to around $64,669 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Learning Disabilities Specialist salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Learning Disabilities Specialist Over Time

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Most common benefits for Learning Disabilities Specialist

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FAQ about Learning Disabilities Specialist

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Learning Disabilities Specialist?

The Telecom industry offers the highest average compensation for Learning Disabilities Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 60% above the market median.

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