How much does a court make in Massachusetts?
$61,730a year
Median yearly pay for courts in Massachusetts. That is $29.68 an hour or $5,144 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.68
- Vs. national median
- +27%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,360
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,860Median: $61,730Highest 10%: $84,390
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,860 | $23.01 | |
| 25th | $52,030 | $25.01 | |
| Median | $61,730 | $29.68 | |
| 75th | $73,800 | $35.48 | |
| 90th | $84,390 | $40.57 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Barnstable Town, MA | $63,250 |
| Boston, MA | $62,850 |
| Springfield, MA | $61,080 |
| Providence, RI | $59,920 |
| Worcester, MA | $59,260 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $57,080 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $56,920 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for courts.
| 1. District of Columbia | $66,130 |
| 2. Washington | $64,680 |
| 3. California | $63,320 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $61,730 |
| 5. Rhode Island | $61,670 |
| 6. Oregon | $61,300 |
| 7. Connecticut | $60,480 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a court make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $29.68 ($61,730 a year).
Do courts make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $61,730 against $48,700 nationally, 27% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for court pay?
Massachusetts ranks 4 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays courts the most?
Barnstable Town, MA, with a median of $63,250 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.