How much does a compensation and benefits manager make in Massachusetts?
$184,100a year
Median yearly pay for compensation and benefits managers in Massachusetts. That is $88.50 an hour or $15,340 a month.
- Hourly
- $88.50
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 670
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $128,400Median: $184,100Highest 10%: $285,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $128,400 | $61.73 | |
| 25th | $161,000 | $77.40 | |
| Median | $184,100 | $88.50 | |
| 75th | $223,200 | $107.28 | |
| 90th | $285,000 | $137.03 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $185,600 |
| Providence, RI | $162,400 |
| Worcester, MA | $161,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for compensation and benefits managers.
| 1. Washington | $199,200 |
| 2. Connecticut | $198,000 |
| 3. Massachusetts | $184,100 |
| 4. New York | $175,600 |
| 5. New Jersey | $168,400 |
| 6. California | $166,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation and benefits manager make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $88.50 ($184,100 a year).
Do compensation and benefits managers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $184,100 against $149,200 nationally, 23% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for compensation and benefits manager pay?
Massachusetts ranks 3 of 45 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays compensation and benefits managers the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $185,600 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.