Special Education Teachers, Preschool Salary in Florida
The median pay for a special education teachers, preschool in Florida is $50,030/year ($null/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $35K at the entry level to $73K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Florida. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $50K get you in Florida?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Florida
Entry-level special education teachers, preschools (10th percentile) start around $35K. Mid-career wages sit at $50K. Top earners bring in $73K or more, a $38K spread from bottom to top.
Special Education Teachers, Preschool salary by metro in Florida
7 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Naples-Marco Island | $65K | +30% | 50 |
| North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota | $58K | +15% | 120 |
| Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford | $53K | +5% | 160 |
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach | $52K | +4% | 380 |
| Lakeland-Winter Haven | $50K | +0% | 170 |
| Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater | $49K | -2% | 360 |
| Port St. Lucie | $44K | -12% | 60 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do special education teachers, preschools make in Florida?
The median is $50,030 a year, that works out to about $0 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $35,000, and experienced special education teachers, preschools can clear $72,770. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $50K enough to live in Florida?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,520/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,658/month, which eats 47.1% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a special education teachers, preschool salary go in Florida?
Florida has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median special education teachers, preschool salary is worth about $50,751 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do special education teachers, preschools get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.