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ESL Teacher Salary in Boston, Massachusetts

The median esl teacher salary in Boston, MA is $85,120 per year, which is 52.0% above the national median and 12.6% above the Massachusetts state average.

City Median
$85,120
vs State Avg
+$9,520
vs National
+$29,120
Cost of Living
152%

ESL Teacher Salary in Boston by Experience

In Boston, an entry-level esl teacher earns around $57,760, while experienced professionals earn up to $127,680 per year. The local cost of living index is 152% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$57,760
+$19,760 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$86,640
+$29,640 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$127,680
+$43,680 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Boston, MA

Percentile Boston
10th Percentile $54,720
25th Percentile $66,880
Median (50th) $85,120
75th Percentile $109,440
90th Percentile $133,760

ESL Teacher Salary in Other Massachusetts Cities

Cambridge, MA
$89,600
Pop. 118,403
Worcester, MA
$61,600
Pop. 206,518
Lowell, MA
$58,800
Pop. 115,554
Springfield, MA
$54,880
Pop. 155,929

How to Become a ESL Teacher in Boston

Education

Most esl teacher positions require a bachelor's degree. Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

ESL MethodsLesson PlanningCultural CompetencyAssessmentPatienceCommunication

Job Outlook

Nationally, esl teacher employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Boston may vary based on local industry and population growth.