Special Education Teachers, Middle School Salary in Massachusetts

$40,393 $131,086
10th pct Median: $76,213 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$40,393
25th Percentile$54,873
50th (Median)$76,213
75th Percentile$105,174
90th (Top Earners)$131,086
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Massachusetts median salary of $76,213 for Special Education Teachers, Middle School has the purchasing power of approximately $53,596 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 Special Education Teachers, Middle School make in Massachusetts?
Special Education Teachers, Middle School in Massachusetts earn a median annual salary of $76,213 per year ($36.64/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $62,470.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Special Education Teachers, Middle School?
Massachusetts pays above the national average for special education teachers, middle school, 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 Special Education Teachers, Middle School in Massachusetts?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 142.2 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $76,213 salary in Massachusetts has the purchasing power of approximately $53,596 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Massachusetts reduce real purchasing power.
How does Massachusetts compare to neighboring states for Special Education Teachers, Middle School salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Special Education Teachers, Middle School 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 Special Education Teachers, Middle School in Massachusetts

Special Education Teachers, Middle School 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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