2. Illinois
Annual median salary: $64,180
Cost of living index: 95.5
Employment: 1,920
Illinois, next in line on our list of best states for special education teachers has always been consistent in having among the cheapest living expenses in the country. They also have high wage rates for special education teachers. The fact that they pay them well and teachers can enjoy their salary without worrying about their basic needs in the state are enough for Illinois to really be part of this list. The employment rates they have do not disappoint either.
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