How much does an english language and literature teacher make in Massachusetts?
$83,980a year
Median yearly pay for english language and literature teachers in Massachusetts. That is $40.38 an hour or $6,998 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.38
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 2,900
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,050Median: $83,980Highest 10%: $175,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,050 | $29.83 | |
| 25th | $70,720 | $34.00 | |
| Median | $83,980 | $40.38 | |
| 75th | $118,100 | $56.79 | |
| 90th | $175,600 | $84.41 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Amherst Town, MA | $101,500 |
| Boston, MA | $87,020 |
| Springfield, MA | $86,410 |
| Worcester, MA | $80,170 |
| Providence, RI | $79,190 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for english language and literature teachers.
| 9. New York | $84,850 |
| 10. Maine | $84,290 |
| 11. Minnesota | $84,200 |
| 12. Massachusetts | $83,980 |
| 13. Maryland | $83,760 |
| 14. Alaska | $82,770 |
| 15. District of Columbia | $82,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an english language and literature teacher make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $40.38 ($83,980 a year).
Do english language and literature teachers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $83,980 against $78,760 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for english language and literature teacher pay?
Massachusetts ranks 12 of 49 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays english language and literature teachers the most?
Amherst Town-Northampton, MA, with a median of $101,500 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.