How much does a social sciences teacher make in Massachusetts?
$98,260a year
Median yearly pay for social sciences teachers in Massachusetts. That is $47.24 an hour or $8,188 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.24
- Vs. national median
- +35%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 410
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,180Median: $98,260Highest 10%: $217,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,180 | $29.41 | |
| 25th | $67,570 | $32.49 | |
| Median | $98,260 | $47.24 | |
| 75th | $163,800 | $78.75 | |
| 90th | $217,000 | $104.33 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $126,600 |
| Boston, MA | $98,370 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social sciences teachers.
| 2. Rhode Island | $126,600 |
| 3. Minnesota | $102,400 |
| 4. Utah | $102,000 |
| 5. Massachusetts | $98,260 |
| 6. Michigan | $97,450 |
| 7. Virginia | $94,740 |
| 8. New Mexico | $89,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social sciences teacher make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $47.24 ($98,260 a year).
Do social sciences teachers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $98,260 against $72,990 nationally, 35% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for social sciences teacher pay?
Massachusetts ranks 5 of 40 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays social sciences teachers the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $126,600 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.