Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School pay in Tennessee
Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School in Tennessee earn an average of $63,380 a year. That is $9,270 (13%) less than the U.S. average of $72,650. The best-paying metro area is Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN at $68,580.
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Average pay for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school by metro area. Swipe to see all 9.
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Tennessee vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $72,650 | – |
| Tennessee | $63,380 | – |
| Virginia | $72,890 | – |
| Georgia | $72,090 | – |
| Alabama | $65,270 | – |
| Missouri | $59,660 | – |
| Kentucky | $58,580 | – |
Related jobs in Tennessee
- Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education$59,850
- Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$62,950
- Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$61,030
- Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education$41,170
- Special Education Teachers, Secondary School$61,990
- Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School$62,030
Average pay, Tennessee, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make in Tennessee?
The average is $63,380 a year, and the median is $62,560. That is $9,270 (13%) less than the U.S. average of $72,650.
Where in Tennessee do they earn the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN ($68,580), followed by Memphis, TN-MS-AR ($65,130). The lowest average among 9 metro areas with data is Clarksville, TN-KY ($51,550).
How does Tennessee rank?
Tennessee ranks #34 of 51 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.