As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Special Needs Assistant in Lubbock, TX is $28,105, equivalent to $14 per hour, $540 weekly, or $2,342 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Special Needs Assistant in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Special Needs Assistant in Lubbock, TX vary widely, spanning from $23,422 to $32,958. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($25,654) and 75th percentile ($30,645), while top earners (90th percentile) make $32,958 per year. This $4,991 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Time Management or Laundry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Lubbock Special Needs Assistant often earn 8.5% lower than national averages. However, Lubbock currently ranks 749 statewide for Special Needs Assistant job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Special Needs Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Special Needs Assistant Salary $23,422 Lubbock, TX April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Special Needs Assistant Salary $25,654 Lubbock, TX April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Special Needs Assistant Salary $28,105 Lubbock, TX April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Special Needs Assistant Salary $30,645 Lubbock, TX April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Special Needs Assistant Salary $32,958 Lubbock, TX April 01, 2026
25% $25,654 10% $23,422 90% $32,958 75% $30,645 $28,105 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Lubbock, Texas    Lubbock (/ˈlʌbək/ LUB-ək) is the 11th-most populous city in the U.S. state of Texas and the county seat of Lubbock County. With a population of 256,04....More

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