Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and ESL Teachers Salary in Massachusetts

$35,569 $115,433
10th pct Median: $67,112 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$35,569
25th Percentile$48,321
50th (Median)$67,112
75th Percentile$92,615
90th (Top Earners)$115,433
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Massachusetts median salary of $67,112 for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and ESL Teachers has the purchasing power of approximately $47,195 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 Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and ESL Teachers make in Massachusetts?
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and ESL Teachers in Massachusetts earn a median annual salary of $67,112 per year ($32.27/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $55,010.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and ESL Teachers?
Massachusetts pays above the national average for adult basic education, adult secondary education, and esl teachers, 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 Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and ESL Teachers in Massachusetts?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 142.2 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $67,112 salary in Massachusetts has the purchasing power of approximately $47,195 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Massachusetts reduce real purchasing power.
How does Massachusetts compare to neighboring states for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and ESL Teachers salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and ESL Teachers 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 Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and ESL Teachers in Massachusetts

Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and ESL Teachers 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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