Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Colorado | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $74,290 | $71,377 | +4% |
| Median hourly wage | $35.72 | $34.32 | +4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $72,056.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Special Education Teacher in Colorado is $74,290, or about $35.72 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Special Education Teachers is $71,377. Colorado is +4% above the national median.
Entry-level special education teachers in Colorado typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 4,010 special education teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $74,290, Colorado offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.