How much does a compensation make in Massachusetts?
$95,890a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in Massachusetts. That is $46.10 an hour or $7,991 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.10
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 3,390
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,230Median: $95,890Highest 10%: $161,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,230 | $30.40 | |
| 25th | $76,530 | $36.79 | |
| Median | $95,890 | $46.10 | |
| 75th | $125,700 | $60.45 | |
| 90th | $161,100 | $77.46 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $99,150 |
| Worcester, MA | $85,660 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $85,050 |
| Providence, RI | $81,030 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $80,900 |
| Springfield, MA | $70,920 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for compensations.
| 1. Delaware | $99,560 |
| 2. Massachusetts | $95,890 |
| 3. Colorado | $92,560 |
| 4. California | $91,410 |
| 5. District of Columbia | $86,710 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $46.10 ($95,890 a year).
Do compensations make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $95,890 against $78,210 nationally, 23% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for compensation pay?
Massachusetts ranks 2 of 50 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays compensations the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $99,150 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.