How much does a host and hostess make in Massachusetts?
$34,960a year
Median yearly pay for host and hostesss in Massachusetts. That is $16.81 an hour or $2,913 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.81
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 13,540
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,200Median: $34,960Highest 10%: $41,740
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,200 | $15.00 | |
| 25th | $31,200 | $15.00 | |
| Median | $34,960 | $16.81 | |
| 75th | $36,490 | $17.54 | |
| 90th | $41,740 | $20.07 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $35,140 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $34,870 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $34,250 |
| Worcester, MA | $33,620 |
| Providence, RI | $31,400 |
| Springfield, MA | $31,250 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $31,210 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for host and hostesss.
| 6. California | $36,640 |
| 7. New York | $36,490 |
| 8. Colorado | $36,340 |
| 9. Massachusetts | $34,960 |
| 10. Maryland | $34,860 |
| 11. Arizona | $34,740 |
| 12. Connecticut | $34,210 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a host and hostess make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $16.81 ($34,960 a year).
Do host and hostesss make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $34,960 against $31,200 nationally, 12% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for host and hostess pay?
Massachusetts ranks 9 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays host and hostesss the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $35,140 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.