As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for History Teacher in Boston, MA is $51,159, equivalent to $25 per hour, $984 weekly, or $4,263 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for History Teacher in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for History Teacher in Boston, MA vary widely, spanning from $36,301 to $63,485. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($43,381) and 75th percentile ($57,611), while top earners (90th percentile) make $63,485 per year. This $14,230 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 History Teacher often earn 2.1% higher than national averages. However, Boston currently ranks 56 statewide for History 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
History Teacher Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile History Teacher Salary $36,301 Boston, MA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile History Teacher Salary $43,381 Boston, MA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile History Teacher Salary $51,159 Boston, MA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile History Teacher Salary $57,611 Boston, MA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile History Teacher Salary $63,485 Boston, MA August 01, 2026
25% $43,381 10% $36,301 90% $63,485 75% $57,611 $51,159 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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