As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for adjunct law professor in Massachusetts is $174,644, equivalent to $84 per hour, $3,359 weekly, or $14,554 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for adjunct law professor in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for adjunct law professor in Massachusetts vary widely, spanning from $133,121 to $225,174. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($152,909) and 75th percentile ($201,093), while top earners (90th percentile) make $225,174 per year. This $48,184 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Academic Advising, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Massachusetts adjunct law professor often earn 8.8% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 57 companies. However, Massachusetts currently ranks 3 nationwide for adjunct law professor job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
adjunct law professor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile adjunct law professor Salary $133,121 MA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile adjunct law professor Salary $152,909 MA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile adjunct law professor Salary $174,644 MA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile adjunct law professor Salary $201,093 MA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile adjunct law professor Salary $225,174 MA August 01, 2026
25% $152,909 10% $133,121 90% $225,174 75% $201,093 $174,644 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Adjunct law professors are typically part-time faculty members who teach courses at law schools. Their primary responsibilities include preparing and delivering lectures, developing course materials, grading assignments, and providing academic support to students. They may also engage in research and contribute to the academic community through publications or presentations. Salaries for adjunct law professors can vary widely based on factors such as the institution's location, prestige, and funding, as well as the professor's experience and qualifications. On average, adjunct law professors...

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Location Attleboro, MA Avg. Salary $188,343 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Barnstable, MA Avg. Salary $191,884 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Fitchburg, MA Avg. Salary $190,402 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Hyannis, MA Avg. Salary $192,304 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Leominster, MA Avg. Salary $190,443 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Malden, MA Avg. Salary $199,710 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Methuen, MA Avg. Salary $190,290 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Newton, MA Avg. Salary $199,687 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Revere, MA Avg. Salary $199,703 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Weymouth, MA Avg. Salary $196,140 Date Updated August 01, 2026
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