Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School pay in Connecticut
Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School in Connecticut earn an average of $84,040 a year. That is $11,390 (16%) more than the U.S. average of $72,650. The best-paying metro area is Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT at $90,940.
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Connecticut vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $72,650 | – |
| Connecticut | $84,040 | – |
| New York | $91,610 | – |
| Massachusetts | $89,550 | – |
| Rhode Island | $80,910 | – |
Related jobs in Connecticut
- Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education$83,380
- Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$84,460
- Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$86,920
- Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education$50,830
- Special Education Teachers, Secondary School$85,660
- Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School$96,750
Average pay, Connecticut, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make in Connecticut?
The average is $84,040 a year, and the median is $82,950. That is $11,390 (16%) more than the U.S. average of $72,650.
Where in Connecticut do they earn the most?
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT ($90,940), followed by Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT ($83,840). The lowest average among 5 metro areas with data is Waterbury-Shelton, CT ($77,970).
How does Connecticut rank?
Connecticut ranks #6 of 51 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.