How much does a secondary school teacher make in Massachusetts?
$95,260a year
Median yearly pay for secondary school teachers in Massachusetts. That is $45.80 an hour or $7,938 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.80
- Vs. national median
- +32%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 28,460
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,500Median: $95,260Highest 10%: $122,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,500 | $29.57 | |
| 25th | $77,890 | $37.45 | |
| Median | $95,260 | $45.80 | |
| 75th | $102,500 | $49.29 | |
| 90th | $122,700 | $58.97 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Barnstable Town, MA | $101,100 |
| Boston, MA | $98,850 |
| Providence, RI | $92,110 |
| Worcester, MA | $87,050 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $81,660 |
| Springfield, MA | $79,760 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $78,980 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for secondary school teachers.
| 1. Washington | $102,700 |
| 2. California | $101,400 |
| 3. New York | $97,070 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $95,260 |
| 5. Rhode Island | $92,610 |
| 6. District of Columbia | $82,750 |
| 7. New Jersey | $82,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a secondary school teacher make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $45.80 ($95,260 a year).
Do secondary school teachers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $95,260 against $72,040 nationally, 32% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for secondary school teacher pay?
Massachusetts ranks 4 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays secondary school teachers the most?
Barnstable Town, MA, with a median of $101,100 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.