Massachusetts Median
$85,490
per year
Hourly Rate
$41.10
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+7% vs US median
US median $79,940
State Rank
#10 of 48
1,880 employed here
How much does a Mathematical Science Teacher, Postsecondary make in Massachusetts?
Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary in Massachusetts take home a median of $85,490 annually — roughly $41.10 an hour — which runs 7% above the national median of $79,940.
Within Massachusetts, entry-level pay starts around $60,490 while the top 10% make $165,490 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $68,350 and $116,170 a year.
Mathematical Science Teacher, Postsecondary salary range in Massachusetts
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $60,490 | $29.08 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $68,350 | $32.86 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $85,490 | $41.10 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $116,170 | $55.85 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $165,490 | $79.56 |
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How Massachusetts compares
Massachusetts ranks 10th out of 48 states and territories for Mathematical Science Teacher, Postsecondary pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Mathematical Science Teacher, Postsecondary salary in other states
California $130,680Delaware $101,510Michigan $99,330Rhode Island $95,600Oregon $91,770New Hampshire $91,670New York $87,230Minnesota $85,570Washington $85,560Connecticut $85,020Vermont $84,860Maryland $83,360Utah $83,270Nevada $82,540Pennsylvania $82,170Colorado $81,930District of Columbia $81,880Ohio $81,330Maine $81,130New Jersey $80,660Montana $80,610Wisconsin $80,480Iowa $80,300Louisiana $79,940Nebraska $79,310Indiana $78,780South Carolina $77,580Illinois $77,080Texas $76,990Wyoming $76,910North Dakota $76,770Tennessee $76,240Virginia $75,830Missouri $74,640North Carolina $73,620Arizona $71,230West Virginia $69,370New Mexico $66,550Georgia $66,440Alabama $65,900Kentucky $65,820Oklahoma $64,660South Dakota $64,620Kansas $64,330Mississippi $61,760Florida $60,700Arkansas $54,340
Working as a Mathematical Science Teacher, Postsecondary in Massachusetts
Nationally, about 48,000 people work as Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Massachusetts pay ($85,490) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Mathematical Science Teacher, Postsecondary make in Massachusetts?
The median Mathematical Science Teacher, Postsecondary salary in Massachusetts is $85,490 per year, or about $41.10 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $60,490 at the entry level to $165,490 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Massachusetts pay compare to the national average?
Massachusetts pays Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary about 7% more than the national median of $79,940. Massachusetts ranks 10th out of 48 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary?
Yes on pay — Massachusetts pays above the national median for this occupation, at $85,490 a year. About 1,880 Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary are employed in Massachusetts. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Massachusetts?
The highest-paying occupations in Massachusetts include Radiologist ($426,560), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($392,300), Surgeon, All Other ($387,150), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.