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History Teachers, Postsecondary average salary by city in Massachusetts
- Boston$119,890
- Amherst$119,180
- Springfield$98,430
- Worcester$92,920
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | $119,890 | $105,420 | $81,280 | $87,498 | 108 |
| Amherst | $119,180 | $106,840 | $87,510 | $87,034 | 100 |
| Springfield | $98,430 | $97,220 | $77,770 | $73,474 | 96 |
| Worcester | $92,920 | $89,380 | $70,270 | $69,873 | 103 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave premiums are not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
History Teachers, Postsecondary salary in other states
More about pay in Massachusetts
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 25-1125.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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