Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School Salary in Idaho

$29,889 $96,998
10th pct Median: $56,394 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$29,889
25th Percentile$40,604
50th (Median)$56,394
75th Percentile$77,824
90th (Top Earners)$96,998
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Idaho median salary of $56,394 for Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School has the purchasing power of approximately $55,670 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Idaho's higher cost of living (COL index: 101.3) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School make in Idaho?
Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School in Idaho earn a median annual salary of $56,394 per year ($27.11/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $62,660.
Is Idaho a good state for Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School?
Idaho pays slightly below the national average for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school. Cost of living in Idaho is near the national average (COL index: 101.3).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School in Idaho?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 101.3 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $56,394 salary in Idaho has the purchasing power of approximately $55,670 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Idaho reduce real purchasing power.
How does Idaho compare to neighboring states for Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Idaho

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $298,980
2 Radiologists $278,928
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $275,598
4 Neurologists $266,040
5 Surgeons, All Other $265,068
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $244,692
7 Psychiatrists $224,818
8 Physicians, Pathologists $219,528
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School in Idaho

Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the education sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Bachelor's degree

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