Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School Salary in Montana

$29,225 $94,843
10th pct Median: $55,141 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$29,225
25th Percentile$39,702
50th (Median)$55,141
75th Percentile$76,095
90th (Top Earners)$94,843
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Montana median salary of $55,141 for Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School has the purchasing power of approximately $50,821 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Montana's higher cost of living (COL index: 108.5) 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 Montana?
Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School in Montana earn a median annual salary of $55,141 per year ($26.51/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $62,660.
Is Montana a good state for Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School?
Montana pays slightly below the national average for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school. Cost of living in Montana is higher average (COL index: 108.5).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School in Montana?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 108.5 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $55,141 salary in Montana has the purchasing power of approximately $50,821 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Montana reduce real purchasing power.
How does Montana 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 Montana

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $292,336
2 Radiologists $272,730
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $269,474
4 Neurologists $260,128
5 Surgeons, All Other $259,178
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $239,254
7 Psychiatrists $219,822
8 Physicians, Pathologists $214,650
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School in Montana

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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