How much does a teaching assistant make in Massachusetts?
$56,370a year
Median yearly pay for teaching assistants in Massachusetts. That is $27.10 an hour or $4,698 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.10
- Vs. national median
- +31%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 3,040
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,890Median: $56,370Highest 10%: $77,920
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,890 | $15.81 | |
| 25th | $39,260 | $18.88 | |
| Median | $56,370 | $27.10 | |
| 75th | $62,690 | $30.14 | |
| 90th | $77,920 | $37.46 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Amherst Town, MA | $60,210 |
| Boston, MA | $49,760 |
| Providence, RI | $49,420 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for teaching assistants.
| 1. Maryland | $58,330 |
| 2. Massachusetts | $56,370 |
| 3. Texas | $55,670 |
| 4. New Jersey | $54,260 |
| 5. Minnesota | $53,380 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a teaching assistant make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $27.10 ($56,370 a year).
Do teaching assistants make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $56,370 against $42,910 nationally, 31% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for teaching assistant pay?
Massachusetts ranks 2 of 45 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays teaching assistants the most?
Amherst Town-Northampton, MA, with a median of $60,210 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.