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Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors Salary in Massachusetts
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors make in Massachusetts?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$62,290
Median Annual Salary
▲
+3.9% vs 2024
$68,650
Mean Salary
$62,290
Median Salary
$29.95
Hourly Rate
1,420 people work as Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Massachusetts
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors salary by percentile in Massachusetts
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $62,290 per year ($5,190/month).
This is 6.1% above the national average of $58,682.
Massachusetts ranks #19 out of 50 states for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors pay.
Approximately 1,420 people work in this occupation across Massachusetts.
Salaries increased by 3.9% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors
Teach or instruct out-of-school youths and adults in basic education, literacy, or English as a Second Language classes, or in classes for earning a high school equivalency credential.
Top Skills
Instructing
4.25
Reading Comprehension
3.75
Active Listening
3.75
Speaking
3.75
Learning Strategies
3.75
Key Knowledge Areas
English Language
4.42
Education and Training
3.91
Customer and Personal Service
3.51
Administrative
3.17
Administration and Management
2.91
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(40.8% of workers)
Salary Range: Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Massachusetts
Salaries for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Massachusetts range from $48,490 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $98,890 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $52,110 and $83,380.
Median $62,290
P10: $48,490P25: $52,110P75: $83,380P90: $98,890
10th
$48,490
25th
$52,110
Median
$62,290
75th
$83,380
90th
$98,890
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$48,490
$23.31
$4,040
25th Percentile
$52,110
$25.05
$4,342
Median (50th)
$62,290
$29.95
$5,190
75th Percentile
$83,380
$40.09
$6,948
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$98,890
$47.54
$8,240
Note: The mean (average) salary of $68,650 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#19
Massachusetts ranks #19 of 50 states
$58,682
National avg. for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors Salary by State
Compare Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors pay across states — sorted by highest median salary.
How much do Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors make in Massachusetts?
The median annual salary for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Massachusetts is $62,290 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $68,650.
What is the salary range for a Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Massachusetts?
Salaries for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Massachusetts range from $48,490 at the 10th percentile to $98,890 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $52,110 and $83,380.
What is the starting salary for a Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Massachusetts?
Entry-level Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors positions in Massachusetts typically start around $48,490 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $52,110 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Massachusetts?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,420 people are employed as Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Massachusetts.
What is the hourly rate for a Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Massachusetts?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Massachusetts is approximately $29.95 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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