What are the main factors that influence a Special Education's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Special Education?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Special Education roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Special Education's salary?

A Special Education's salary grows with experience: starting around $51,977 for beginners, reaching about $55,223 at mid-level, and approach $57,797 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Special Education?

Special Education salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Special Education roles are District of Columbia $59,134, California $58,910, Massachusetts $58,125. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Special Education roles make?

Salaries for Special Education level roles vary by specialization: Special Education Attorney: $166,886; Professor - Special Education: $106,359; Special Education Assistant: $72,502; Special Education Aide: $70,832; Director of Special Education: $66,715.

Special Education Salary in Delaware

How much does a Special Education make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Special Education in Delaware is $54,087 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, a Special Education's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $66,684
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,150 to $60,681
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,013

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Special Education Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,681	$5,057	$1,167	$29
Average	$54,087	$4,507	$1,040	$26
25th Percentile	$45,150	$3,763	$868	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Special Education Salaries

A Special Education'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 Special Education Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Special Education'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): $51,977
Early Career (1-2 years): $52,598
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,223
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $57,282
Expert (over 8 years): $57,797

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Special Education	$51,977
Intermediate Level Special Education	$52,598
Senior Level Special Education	$55,223
Specialist Level Special Education	$57,282
Expert Level Special Education	$57,797

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How Do Special Education 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 Special Educations. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $59,134.
California: $58,910.
Massachusetts: $58,125.

District of Columbia $59,134 California $58,910 Massachusetts $58,125 Washington $57,911 New Jersey $57,890 Alaska $57,815 Connecticut $57,078 New York $56,779

Hawaii $55,823 Rhode Island $55,374 Maryland $55,070 Minnesota $54,653 Colorado $54,493 Illinois $54,440 Oregon $54,237 Delaware $54,087

New Hampshire $53,993 Virginia $53,783 Pennsylvania $53,169 Nevada $52,859 North Dakota $52,757 Michigan $52,597 Wisconsin $52,538 Vermont $52,421

Texas $52,095 Maine $52,074 Arizona $52,042 Ohio $52,004 Georgia $51,513 Indiana $51,267 Wyoming $51,219 Utah $51,144

Iowa $51,112 Kansas $50,856 Louisiana $50,781 North Carolina $50,755 Missouri $50,744 Florida $50,536 Montana $50,423 Nebraska $50,317

Kentucky $50,258 South Carolina $50,044 Tennessee $49,911 Idaho $49,857 New Mexico $49,467 Oklahoma $49,382 Alabama $49,067 South Dakota $48,538

Arkansas $48,250 West Virginia $48,095 Mississippi $47,630

Top Paying Cities for Special Educations

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:

Lincoln: $53,844
Little Creek: $54,238
Magnolia: $54,160

Lincoln, DE $53,844 Little Creek, DE $54,238 Magnolia, DE $54,160 Milford, DE $53,980 Marydel, DE $54,069 Millsboro, DE $53,618 Millville, DE $53,701 Milton, DE $53,794

Nassau, DE $53,833 Ocean View, DE $53,692 Rehoboth Beach, DE $53,795 Seaford, DE $53,825 Selbyville, DE $53,602 Smyrna, DE $54,275 Viola, DE $54,025 Woodside, DE $54,171

Bear, DE $54,046 Newark, DE $54,025 Claymont, DE $54,136 Delaware City, DE $54,079 Hockessin, DE $54,021 Kirkwood, DE $54,069 Middletown, DE $54,090 Montchanin, DE $54,033

New Castle, DE $54,041 Odessa, DE $54,117 Port Penn, DE $54,153 Rockland, DE $54,038 Saint Georges, DE $54,073 Townsend, DE $54,156 Winterthur, DE $54,045 Lewes, DE $53,814

Wilmington, DE $54,023 Dover, DE $54,238 Dover Afb, DE $53,952 Bethany Beach, DE $53,635 Bethel, DE $53,690 Bridgeville, DE $53,817 Camden Wyoming, DE $54,085 Cheswold, DE $54,220

Clayton, DE $54,222 Dagsboro, DE $53,598 Delmar, DE $53,512 Ellendale, DE $53,674 Felton, DE $53,976 Fenwick Island, DE $53,609 Frankford, DE $53,516 Frederica, DE $54,030

Georgetown, DE $53,577 Greenwood, DE $53,826 Harbeson, DE $53,634 Harrington, DE $53,908 Hartly, DE $54,076 Houston, DE $53,831 Kenton, DE $54,225 Laurel, DE $53,545

Yorklyn, DE $54,037

Special Education Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Special Education roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 30% above the average. Conversely, Special Education positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Special Education as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Special Education

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$70,313	$34.0	30%

Special Education Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Special Education'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

$45,150

Average $54,087/year

$60,681

$3,763

Average $4,507/month

$5,057

$868

Average $1,040/week

$1,167

$22

Average $26/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,681	$5,057	$1,167	$29
Average	$54,087	$4,507	$1,040	$26
25th Percentile	$45,150	$3,763	$868	$22

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Special Education Salary in Delaware

How much does a Special Education make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Special Education Salaries

How Experience Level Affects Special Education Salaries?

How Do Special Education Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Special Educations

Special Education Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industry for a Special Education

Special Education Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Salaries of jobs related to Special Education

Find Your Next Special Education Job

Cost of Living In Delaware

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