How much does a sociology teacher make in Massachusetts?
$96,790a year
Median yearly pay for sociology teachers in Massachusetts. That is $46.53 an hour or $8,066 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.53
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 580
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,200Median: $96,790Highest 10%: $195,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,200 | $29.42 | |
| 25th | $75,420 | $36.26 | |
| Median | $96,790 | $46.53 | |
| 75th | $132,800 | $63.83 | |
| 90th | $195,900 | $94.20 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $103,800 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $103,100 |
| Worcester, MA | $78,450 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for sociology teachers.
| 8. Pennsylvania | $99,660 |
| 9. Utah | $99,350 |
| 10. New York | $97,540 |
| 11. Massachusetts | $96,790 |
| 12. Maryland | $95,980 |
| 13. Vermont | $87,620 |
| 14. Nevada | $87,480 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sociology teacher make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $46.53 ($96,790 a year).
Do sociology teachers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $96,790 against $84,290 nationally, 15% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for sociology teacher pay?
Massachusetts ranks 11 of 46 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays sociology teachers the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $103,800 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.