Special Education Teacher Salary in Indianapolis, IN
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$63,389
Hourly Rate
$30.48
/hour
Jobs in Area
410
employed
Special Education Teacher Salary Range in Indianapolis, IN
Annual Salary Range
$42k
10th percentile
$52k
25th
$78k
75th
$89k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $42,374 | $20.37 |
| 25th Percentile | $51,751 | $24.88 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $63,389 | $30.48 |
| 75th Percentile | $78,224 | $37.61 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $88,904 | $42.74 |
| Average (Mean) | $68,986 | $33.17 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Special Education Teacher salary in Indianapolis, IN is $63,389 per year or $30.48 per hour as of 2024. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2024. The geographic area covered is the Indianapolis-Carmel-Anderson Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Indianapolis, IN Compares
vs National Average
$66,620
vs Indiana Average
$62,796
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$68,901
Cost of living in Indianapolis, IN is 8.0% below the national average.
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