Special Education Teachers, Preschool Salary in California
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 7 metro areas • California
Special Education Teachers, Preschool in California earn a median salary of $72,994 per year on average across 7 metro and nonmetro areas, +17.4% vs the national median of $62,190. An estimated 830 special education teachers, preschool are employed across California, with salaries ranging from $54,900 to $117,200 depending on location.
$72,994
Avg median salary in California
$117,200
Highest paying metro
$54,900
Lowest paying metro
830
Employed in California
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Special Education Teachers, Preschool salaries by city in California
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego, CA | $117,200 | $59,710 | $117,200 | 240 |
| San Francisco, CA | $82,890 | $65,180 | $136,320 | 300 |
| Vallejo, CA | $75,140 | $61,840 | $103,980 | 50 |
| North Valley-Northern Mountains Region of California | $66,060 | $57,310 | $79,790 | — |
| Sacramento, CA | $57,550 | $57,550 | $69,930 | 90 |
| Fresno, CA | $57,220 | $57,220 | $90,330 | 150 |
| Bakersfield, CA | $54,900 | $54,900 | $54,900 | — |