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Substitute Teachers, Short-Term Salary in Massachusetts
Ranked #13 of 50 · MA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of substitute teachers, short-terms in Massachusetts earn between $33,590 and $58,930. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean substitute teachers, short-term salary in Massachusetts is $45,830, about 1.3% below the U.S. average ($46,420). That works out to roughly $22/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Massachusetts
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsfield, MA | $43,900 | $43,240 | 210 |
| Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area | $42,580 | $52,750 | 130 |
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $42,080 | $46,620 | 5,450 |
| Springfield, MA | $41,350 | $45,710 | 570 |
| Worcester, MA | $38,460 | $40,650 | 940 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $37,390 | $43,400 | 310 |
| Amherst Town-Northampton, MA | $36,560 | $41,880 | 280 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do substitute teachers, short-term make in Massachusetts?
The median substitute teachers, short-term salary in Massachusetts is $41,350 per year (mean $45,830), and about 80% earn between $33,590 and $58,930.
How much do substitute teachers, short-term make per hour in Massachusetts?
Roughly $22 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $45,830 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Massachusetts a high-paying state for substitute teachers, short-term?
Massachusetts ranks #13 of 50 states for substitute teachers, short-term pay. Its mean salary of $45,830 is about 1.3% below the U.S. average of $46,420.
Which metro areas in Massachusetts pay substitute teachers, short-term the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Massachusetts for substitute teachers, short-term are Pittsfield, MA ($43,900), Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area ($42,580), Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH ($42,080), by median annual wage.