How much does an elementary school teacher make in Massachusetts?
$94,000a year
Median yearly pay for elementary school teachers in Massachusetts. That is $45.19 an hour or $7,833 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.19
- Vs. national median
- +47%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 29,930
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,620Median: $94,000Highest 10%: $118,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,620 | $29.14 | |
| 25th | $76,990 | $37.01 | |
| Median | $94,000 | $45.19 | |
| 75th | $102,200 | $49.13 | |
| 90th | $118,200 | $56.82 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Barnstable Town, MA | $100,300 |
| Boston, MA | $98,060 |
| Providence, RI | $86,720 |
| Worcester, MA | $82,810 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $79,900 |
| Springfield, MA | $79,640 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $78,910 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for elementary school teachers.
| 1. Washington | $102,400 |
| 2. California | $99,650 |
| 3. District of Columbia | $96,580 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $94,000 |
| 5. Rhode Island | $90,930 |
| 6. New York | $85,760 |
| 7. Connecticut | $80,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an elementary school teacher make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $45.19 ($94,000 a year).
Do elementary school teachers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $94,000 against $63,970 nationally, 47% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for elementary school teacher pay?
Massachusetts ranks 4 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays elementary school teachers the most?
Barnstable Town, MA, with a median of $100,300 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.