Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in Massachusetts

$39,779 $129,093
10th pct Median: $75,054 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$39,779
25th Percentile$54,039
50th (Median)$75,054
75th Percentile$103,575
90th (Top Earners)$129,093
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Massachusetts median salary of $75,054 for Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education has the purchasing power of approximately $52,781 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Massachusetts's higher cost of living (COL index: 142.2) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education make in Massachusetts?
Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education in Massachusetts earn a median annual salary of $75,054 per year ($36.08/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $61,520.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education?
Massachusetts pays above the national average for kindergarten teachers, except special education, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Massachusetts is higher average (COL index: 142.2).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education in Massachusetts?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 142.2 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $75,054 salary in Massachusetts has the purchasing power of approximately $52,781 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Massachusetts reduce real purchasing power.
How does Massachusetts compare to neighboring states for Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Massachusetts

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Radiologists $378,102
2 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $373,588
3 Neurologists $360,632
4 Surgeons, All Other $359,314
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $331,694
6 Psychiatrists $304,754
7 Physicians, Pathologists $297,582
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $296,875
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education in Massachusetts

Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the education sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Bachelor's degree

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