Special Education Teachers, Preschool vs. Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education: Salary Comparison (2026)

Special Education Teachers, Preschools earn a median salary of $62,190/year, while Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Educations earn $62,340/year - a difference of $150. Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Educations earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.