How much does an art director make in Massachusetts?
$149,300a year
Median yearly pay for art directors in Massachusetts. That is $71.79 an hour or $12,440 a month.
- Hourly
- $71.79
- Vs. national median
- +30%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 1,850
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $78,470Median: $149,300Highest 10%: $218,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $78,470 | $37.73 | |
| 25th | $101,300 | $48.70 | |
| Median | $149,300 | $71.79 | |
| 75th | $169,700 | $81.59 | |
| 90th | $218,300 | $104.94 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $151,800 |
| Worcester, MA | $131,200 |
| Providence, RI | $81,820 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for art directors.
| 1. Massachusetts | $149,300 |
| 2. California | $137,800 |
| 3. New York | $137,300 |
| 4. Oregon | $133,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an art director make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $71.79 ($149,300 a year).
Do art directors make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $149,300 against $114,900 nationally, 30% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for art director pay?
Massachusetts ranks 1 of 46 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays art directors the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $151,800 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.