Special Education Teachers, Middle School Salary in Missouri
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 8 metro areas • Missouri
Special Education Teachers, Middle School in Missouri earn a median salary of $50,234 per year on average across 8 metro and nonmetro areas, -22.6% vs the national median of $64,880. An estimated 1,170 special education teachers, middle school are employed across Missouri, with salaries ranging from $45,950 to $59,430 depending on location.
$50,234
Avg median salary in Missouri
$59,430
Highest paying metro
$45,950
Lowest paying metro
1,170
Employed in Missouri
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Special Education Teachers, Middle School salaries by city in Missouri
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City, MO-KS | $59,430 | $52,430 | $78,420 | 600 |
| St. Louis, MO-IL | $57,460 | $47,630 | $62,610 | 290 |
| Springfield, MO | $49,050 | $48,360 | $60,270 | 50 |
| Columbia, MO | $48,480 | $45,130 | $55,090 | 40 |
| Joplin, MO-KS | $48,060 | $47,140 | $49,760 | 60 |
| Central Missouri | $46,960 | $40,060 | $48,730 | 100 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $46,480 | $46,460 | $48,090 | 30 |
| Southeast Missouri | $45,950 | $37,990 | $46,130 | — |