How much does a graphic designer make in Massachusetts?
$76,710a year
Median yearly pay for graphic designers in Massachusetts. That is $36.88 an hour or $6,393 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.88
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,450
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,830Median: $76,710Highest 10%: $109,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,830 | $23.00 | |
| 25th | $60,030 | $28.86 | |
| Median | $76,710 | $36.88 | |
| 75th | $95,990 | $46.15 | |
| 90th | $109,000 | $52.39 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $78,270 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $76,140 |
| Providence, RI | $70,450 |
| Worcester, MA | $66,810 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $65,710 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $65,510 |
| Springfield, MA | $63,760 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for graphic designers.
| 1. District of Columbia | $87,920 |
| 2. Rhode Island | $78,220 |
| 3. New York | $77,340 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $76,710 |
| 5. California | $75,130 |
| 6. Maryland | $75,120 |
| 7. New Jersey | $73,790 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a graphic designer make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $36.88 ($76,710 a year).
Do graphic designers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $76,710 against $62,960 nationally, 22% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for graphic designer pay?
Massachusetts ranks 4 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays graphic designers the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $78,270 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.