How much does a machinist make in Massachusetts?
$67,270a year
Median yearly pay for machinists in Massachusetts. That is $32.34 an hour or $5,606 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.34
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 7,080
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,910Median: $67,270Highest 10%: $93,330
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,910 | $23.03 | |
| 25th | $57,690 | $27.74 | |
| Median | $67,270 | $32.34 | |
| 75th | $78,640 | $37.81 | |
| 90th | $93,330 | $44.87 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Barnstable Town, MA | $77,650 |
| Boston, MA | $72,060 |
| Worcester, MA | $64,480 |
| Springfield, MA | $63,090 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $61,500 |
| Providence, RI | $58,950 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $58,360 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for machinists.
| 1. Hawaii | $84,410 |
| 2. Alaska | $77,670 |
| 3. District of Columbia | $72,900 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $67,270 |
| 5. Washington | $66,160 |
| 6. Oregon | $63,820 |
| 7. New Jersey | $63,190 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a machinist make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $32.34 ($67,270 a year).
Do machinists make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $67,270 against $58,750 nationally, 15% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for machinist pay?
Massachusetts ranks 4 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays machinists the most?
Barnstable Town, MA, with a median of $77,650 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.