Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arkansas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $54,290 | $71,377 | -24% |
| Median hourly wage | $26.10 | $34.32 | -24% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $62,474.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Special Education Teacher in Arkansas is $54,290, or about $26.10 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Special Education Teachers is $71,377. Arkansas is -24% below the national median.
Entry-level special education teachers in Arkansas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,430 special education teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $54,290, Arkansas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.