How much does a postsecondary teacher make in Massachusetts?
$94,480a year
Median yearly pay for postsecondary teachers in Massachusetts. That is $45.42 an hour or $7,873 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.42
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 1,790
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,380Median: $94,480Highest 10%: $208,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,380 | $29.99 | |
| 25th | $82,590 | $39.71 | |
| Median | $94,480 | $45.42 | |
| 75th | $129,500 | $62.25 | |
| 90th | $208,200 | $100.12 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $103,300 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $89,410 |
| Springfield, MA | $84,740 |
| Worcester, MA | $83,820 |
| Providence, RI | $60,540 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for postsecondary teachers.
| 1. Delaware | $101,100 |
| 2. California | $100,700 |
| 3. Massachusetts | $94,480 |
| 4. New Jersey | $85,260 |
| 5. Oklahoma | $84,550 |
| 6. Minnesota | $84,280 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a postsecondary teacher make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $45.42 ($94,480 a year).
Do postsecondary teachers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $94,480 against $77,640 nationally, 22% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for postsecondary teacher pay?
Massachusetts ranks 3 of 48 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays postsecondary teachers the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $103,300 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.