How much does a political science teacher make in Massachusetts?
$128,200a year
Median yearly pay for political science teachers in Massachusetts. That is $61.61 an hour or $10,680 a month.
- Hourly
- $61.61
- Vs. national median
- +31%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 920
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $78,380Median: $128,200Highest 10%: $219,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $78,380 | $37.68 | |
| 25th | $99,500 | $47.84 | |
| Median | $128,200 | $61.61 | |
| 75th | $164,900 | $79.25 | |
| 90th | $219,400 | $105.49 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $131,700 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $105,000 |
| Worcester, MA | $102,000 |
| Providence, RI | $101,300 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for political science teachers.
| 1. Massachusetts | $128,200 |
| 2. California | $124,900 |
| 3. New Hampshire | $124,100 |
| 4. Montana | $109,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a political science teacher make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $61.61 ($128,200 a year).
Do political science teachers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $128,200 against $98,070 nationally, 31% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for political science teacher pay?
Massachusetts ranks 1 of 45 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays political science teachers the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $131,700 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.