Preschool Teachers Salary in Massachusetts
Preschool Teachers in Massachusetts earn a median of $45,890 a year, +20% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $45,890
- vs. U.S. median
- +20% ($38,140)
- Rank among states
- 10 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 18,710
Pay range in Massachusetts
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,890; the top 10% earn over $60,440. Nationally the range is $28,990 to $61,390.
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Similar jobs in Massachusetts
- Special Education Teachers, Preschool$99,070 median in Massachusetts
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education$84,100 median in Massachusetts
- Childcare Workers$40,900 median in Massachusetts
- Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education$94,000 median in Massachusetts
- Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$95,260 median in Massachusetts
- Substitute Teachers, Short-Term$41,350 median in Massachusetts
Preschool Teachers pay in Massachusetts
How much do preschool teachers make in Massachusetts?
The median is $45,890 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,890 and the top 10% earn over $60,440. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Massachusetts a good state for preschool teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 10 of 51 (+20% vs. the national median of $38,140). Living costs are not included.