How much does a child make in Massachusetts?
$75,570a year
Median yearly pay for childs in Massachusetts. That is $36.33 an hour or $6,298 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.33
- Vs. national median
- +27%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 10,900
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,140Median: $75,570Highest 10%: $104,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,140 | $23.14 | |
| 25th | $61,150 | $29.40 | |
| Median | $75,570 | $36.33 | |
| 75th | $94,650 | $45.50 | |
| 90th | $104,100 | $50.03 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Springfield, MA | $78,250 |
| Boston, MA | $77,420 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $76,440 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $75,570 |
| Providence, RI | $70,900 |
| Worcester, MA | $70,900 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $56,660 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for childs.
| 1. Connecticut | $78,970 |
| 2. Maryland | $76,390 |
| 3. New Jersey | $76,280 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $75,570 |
| 5. Washington | $74,480 |
| 6. District of Columbia | $73,550 |
| 7. New Hampshire | $71,010 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a child make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $36.33 ($75,570 a year).
Do childs make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $75,570 against $59,550 nationally, 27% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for child pay?
Massachusetts ranks 4 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays childs the most?
Springfield, MA, with a median of $78,250 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.