How much does a Special Education Attorney make?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Special Education Attorney in the United States is $155,597. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $135,536 to $175,119, with most professionals earning between $117,272 and $192,893.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Special Education Attorney Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Special Education Attorney Salary $117,272 US March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Special Education Attorney Salary $135,536 US March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Special Education Attorney Salary $155,597 US March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Special Education Attorney Salary $175,119 US March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Special Education Attorney Salary $192,893 US March 01, 2025
25% $135,536 10% $117,272 90% $192,893 75% $175,119 $155,597 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Attorney II

    2 - 4 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    Special Education Attorney

    4 - 7 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    Attorney IV

    7 + years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Special Education Attorney in the United States. The base salary for Special Education Attorney ranges from $135,536 to $175,119 with the average base salary of $155,597. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $145,508 to $198,143 with the average total cash compensation of $171,264.
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