Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School pay in South Carolina
Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School in South Carolina earn an average of $64,750 a year. That is $7,900 (11%) less than the U.S. average of $72,650. The best-paying metro area is Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal, SC at $68,380.
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South Carolina vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $72,650 | – |
| South Carolina | $64,750 | – |
| Georgia | $72,090 | – |
| North Carolina | $57,160 | – |
Related jobs in South Carolina
- Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education$62,210
- Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$65,340
- Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$62,580
- Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education$36,190
- Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary$30,150
- Substitute Teachers, Short-Term$39,860
Average pay, South Carolina, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make in South Carolina?
The average is $64,750 a year, and the median is $62,360. That is $7,900 (11%) less than the U.S. average of $72,650.
Where in South Carolina do they earn the most?
Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal, SC ($68,380), followed by Charleston-North Charleston, SC ($67,340). The lowest average among 8 metro areas with data is Florence, SC ($54,810).
How does South Carolina rank?
South Carolina ranks #30 of 51 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.