How much does a special education teacher make in Massachusetts?
$91,350a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Massachusetts. That is $43.92 an hour or $7,613 a month.
- Hourly
- $43.92
- Vs. national median
- +40%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 7,220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,200Median: $91,350Highest 10%: $127,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,200 | $29.42 | |
| 25th | $76,370 | $36.72 | |
| Median | $91,350 | $43.92 | |
| 75th | $101,200 | $48.67 | |
| 90th | $127,200 | $61.16 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $97,410 |
| Providence, RI | $85,330 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $84,730 |
| Worcester, MA | $81,330 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $81,250 |
| Springfield, MA | $79,970 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $64,460 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special education teachers.
| 1. District of Columbia | $97,910 |
| 2. California | $97,170 |
| 3. Washington | $95,040 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $91,350 |
| 5. Rhode Island | $84,300 |
| 6. Connecticut | $82,950 |
| 7. New York | $81,260 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $43.92 ($91,350 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $91,350 against $65,120 nationally, 40% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for special education teacher pay?
Massachusetts ranks 4 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays special education teachers the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $97,410 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.