How much does a psychology teacher make in Massachusetts?
$82,930a year
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers in Massachusetts. That is $39.87 an hour or $6,911 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.87
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 2,640
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,350Median: $82,930Highest 10%: $138,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,350 | $28.53 | |
| 25th | $68,530 | $32.95 | |
| Median | $82,930 | $39.87 | |
| 75th | $104,400 | $50.19 | |
| 90th | $138,300 | $66.47 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Amherst Town, MA | $97,110 |
| Providence, RI | $94,360 |
| Worcester, MA | $86,300 |
| Boston, MA | $82,930 |
| Springfield, MA | $80,340 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychology teachers.
| 12. Connecticut | $84,500 |
| 13. New Mexico | $83,600 |
| 14. Idaho | $83,010 |
| 15. Massachusetts | $82,930 |
| 16. Minnesota | $82,640 |
| 17. Maine | $81,660 |
| 18. Nevada | $81,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychology teacher make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $39.87 ($82,930 a year).
Do psychology teachers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $82,930 against $80,340 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for psychology teacher pay?
Massachusetts ranks 15 of 50 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays psychology teachers the most?
Amherst Town-Northampton, MA, with a median of $97,110 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.