How much does a kindergarten teacher make in Massachusetts?
$84,100a year
Median yearly pay for kindergarten teachers in Massachusetts. That is $40.43 an hour or $7,008 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.43
- Vs. national median
- +34%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,980
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,900Median: $84,100Highest 10%: $106,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,900 | $28.32 | |
| 25th | $65,150 | $31.32 | |
| Median | $84,100 | $40.43 | |
| 75th | $100,800 | $48.48 | |
| 90th | $106,600 | $51.25 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Barnstable Town, MA | $95,540 |
| Worcester, MA | $89,770 |
| Providence, RI | $85,470 |
| Boston, MA | $81,700 |
| Springfield, MA | $77,880 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $76,740 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $75,160 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for kindergarten teachers.
| 1. Washington | $99,960 |
| 2. Connecticut | $90,030 |
| 3. Rhode Island | $85,470 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $84,100 |
| 5. California | $82,550 |
| 6. District of Columbia | $81,500 |
| 7. New York | $77,630 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a kindergarten teacher make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $40.43 ($84,100 a year).
Do kindergarten teachers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $84,100 against $62,680 nationally, 34% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for kindergarten teacher pay?
Massachusetts ranks 4 of 50 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays kindergarten teachers the most?
Barnstable Town, MA, with a median of $95,540 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.