How much does a philosophy and religion teacher make in Massachusetts?
$98,360a year
Median yearly pay for philosophy and religion teachers in Massachusetts. That is $47.29 an hour or $8,197 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.29
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 890
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,620Median: $98,360Highest 10%: $173,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,620 | $24.82 | |
| 25th | $64,060 | $30.80 | |
| Median | $98,360 | $47.29 | |
| 75th | $133,900 | $64.37 | |
| 90th | $173,300 | $83.31 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $100,800 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $98,920 |
| Providence, RI | $93,930 |
| Worcester, MA | $83,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for philosophy and religion teachers.
| 4. Hawaii | $101,000 |
| 5. Connecticut | $100,400 |
| 6. New Jersey | $99,450 |
| 7. Massachusetts | $98,360 |
| 8. Utah | $95,410 |
| 9. New York | $92,050 |
| 10. Michigan | $89,610 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a philosophy and religion teacher make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $47.29 ($98,360 a year).
Do philosophy and religion teachers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $98,360 against $80,260 nationally, 23% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for philosophy and religion teacher pay?
Massachusetts ranks 7 of 43 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays philosophy and religion teachers the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $100,800 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.