How much does a file clerk make in Massachusetts?
$48,310a year
Median yearly pay for file clerks in Massachusetts. That is $23.23 an hour or $4,026 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.23
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 600
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,430Median: $48,310Highest 10%: $70,210
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,430 | $18.00 | |
| 25th | $42,990 | $20.67 | |
| Median | $48,310 | $23.23 | |
| 75th | $56,400 | $27.12 | |
| 90th | $70,210 | $33.75 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $50,680 |
| Springfield, MA | $46,250 |
| Worcester, MA | $45,160 |
| Providence, RI | $36,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for file clerks.
| 3. Illinois | $49,920 |
| 4. Alaska | $49,910 |
| 5. California | $49,040 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $48,310 |
| 7. Vermont | $47,540 |
| 8. Minnesota | $46,640 |
| 9. Iowa | $46,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a file clerk make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $23.23 ($48,310 a year).
Do file clerks make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $48,310 against $43,600 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for file clerk pay?
Massachusetts ranks 6 of 49 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays file clerks the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $50,680 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.