As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Head Start Teacher in Boston, MA is $59,547, equivalent to $29 per hour, $1,145 weekly, or $4,962 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Head Start Teacher in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Head Start Teacher in Boston, MA vary widely, spanning from $42,302 to $73,964. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($50,521) and 75th percentile ($67,094), while top earners (90th percentile) make $73,964 per year. This $16,573 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Special Education, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Boston Head Start Teacher often earn 2.1% higher than national averages. However, Boston currently ranks 56 statewide for Head Start Teacher job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Head Start Teacher Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Head Start Teacher Salary $42,302 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Head Start Teacher Salary $50,521 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Head Start Teacher Salary $59,547 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Head Start Teacher Salary $67,094 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Head Start Teacher Salary $73,964 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
25% $50,521 10% $42,302 90% $73,964 75% $67,094 $59,547 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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