How much does a courier and messenger make in Massachusetts?
$42,380a year
Median yearly pay for courier and messengers in Massachusetts. That is $20.38 an hour or $3,532 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.38
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,560
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,560Median: $42,380Highest 10%: $56,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,560 | $17.10 | |
| 25th | $38,540 | $18.53 | |
| Median | $42,380 | $20.38 | |
| 75th | $47,520 | $22.85 | |
| 90th | $56,510 | $27.17 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $43,830 |
| Worcester, MA | $41,420 |
| Springfield, MA | $40,010 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $39,290 |
| Providence, RI | $37,090 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for courier and messengers.
| 7. California | $44,970 |
| 8. Minnesota | $44,860 |
| 9. Utah | $42,840 |
| 10. Massachusetts | $42,380 |
| 11. Alaska | $41,720 |
| 12. Maine | $41,710 |
| 13. Missouri | $41,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a courier and messenger make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $20.38 ($42,380 a year).
Do courier and messengers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $42,380 against $39,200 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for courier and messenger pay?
Massachusetts ranks 10 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays courier and messengers the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $43,830 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.