How much does a medical secretary and administrative assistant make in Massachusetts?
$50,290a year
Median yearly pay for medical secretary and administrative assistants in Massachusetts. That is $24.18 an hour or $4,191 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.18
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 22,210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,460Median: $50,290Highest 10%: $63,030
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,460 | $19.93 | |
| 25th | $47,480 | $22.83 | |
| Median | $50,290 | $24.18 | |
| 75th | $58,910 | $28.32 | |
| 90th | $63,030 | $30.30 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Barnstable Town, MA | $51,940 |
| Boston, MA | $51,600 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $48,930 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $47,880 |
| Springfield, MA | $47,780 |
| Worcester, MA | $47,290 |
| Providence, RI | $46,860 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for medical secretary and administrative assistants.
| 1. Washington | $58,100 |
| 2. California | $54,490 |
| 3. Massachusetts | $50,290 |
| 4. Oregon | $50,130 |
| 5. Minnesota | $50,030 |
| 6. Hawaii | $49,920 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical secretary and administrative assistant make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $24.18 ($50,290 a year).
Do medical secretary and administrative assistants make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $50,290 against $45,930 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for medical secretary and administrative assistant pay?
Massachusetts ranks 3 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays medical secretary and administrative assistants the most?
Barnstable Town, MA, with a median of $51,940 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.