Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| District of Columbia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $97,910 | $71,377 | +37% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.07 | $34.32 | +37% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $89,090.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Special Education Teacher in District of Columbia is $97,910, or about $47.07 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Special Education Teachers is $71,377. District of Columbia is +37% above the national median.
Entry-level special education teachers in District of Columbia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,070 special education teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $97,910, District of Columbia offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.