Substitute Teachers, Short-Term Salary in Massachusetts
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for substitute teachers, short-term in Massachusetts was $41,350 -0.8% vs national
Massachusetts vs United States
| Massachusetts | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Median annual | $41,350 | $41,670 |
| Median hourly | $19.88 | $20.03 |
| Employment | 8,410 | 524,770 |
| Location quotient | 0.69 | 1.00 |
Data source: BLS OES state file (Massachusetts) · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
How to interpret these figures
The mean wage of $45,830 sits 10.8% above the median — the typical worker earns close to the median, while a smaller group of higher earners pulls the average up.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average substitute teachers, short-term salary in Massachusetts?
The median annual wage in Massachusetts is $41,350 ($19.88 per hour), per BLS OES May 2025 data.
How does Massachusetts compare to the national average for substitute teachers, short-term?
The Massachusetts median of $41,350 is 0.8% lower than the U.S. median of $41,670.
How many substitute teachers, short-term work in Massachusetts?
Approximately 8,410 are employed in Massachusetts, per BLS OES.