How much does an economics teacher make in Massachusetts?
$164,400a year
Median yearly pay for economics teachers in Massachusetts. That is $79.04 an hour or $13,700 a month.
- Hourly
- $79.04
- Vs. national median
- +33%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 750
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $84,380Median: $164,400Highest 10%: $346,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $84,380 | $40.57 | |
| 25th | $110,100 | $52.95 | |
| Median | $164,400 | $79.04 | |
| 75th | $214,300 | $103.03 | |
| 90th | $346,200 | $166.44 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $174,900 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $140,400 |
| Providence, RI | $133,500 |
| Worcester, MA | $110,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for economics teachers.
| 1. New Hampshire | $201,600 |
| 2. Massachusetts | $164,400 |
| 3. District of Columbia | $161,900 |
| 4. Connecticut | $156,000 |
| 5. California | $137,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an economics teacher make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $79.04 ($164,400 a year).
Do economics teachers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $164,400 against $123,900 nationally, 33% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for economics teacher pay?
Massachusetts ranks 2 of 42 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays economics teachers the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $174,900 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.