How much does an electrician make in Massachusetts?
$79,420a year
Median yearly pay for electricians in Massachusetts. That is $38.18 an hour or $6,618 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.18
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 17,810
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,990Median: $79,420Highest 10%: $128,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,990 | $22.59 | |
| 25th | $57,860 | $27.82 | |
| Median | $79,420 | $38.18 | |
| 75th | $100,500 | $48.31 | |
| 90th | $128,200 | $61.64 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $79,910 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $78,570 |
| Springfield, MA | $77,420 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $76,980 |
| Worcester, MA | $75,510 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $74,780 |
| Providence, RI | $73,980 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for electricians.
| 3. Hawaii | $96,460 |
| 4. Washington | $95,220 |
| 5. Alaska | $89,440 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $79,420 |
| 7. District of Columbia | $78,970 |
| 8. New York | $78,750 |
| 9. Minnesota | $78,160 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an electrician make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $38.18 ($79,420 a year).
Do electricians make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $79,420 against $63,190 nationally, 26% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for electrician pay?
Massachusetts ranks 6 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays electricians the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $79,910 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.