How much does a nursing assistant make in Massachusetts?
$46,680a year
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants in Massachusetts. That is $22.44 an hour or $3,890 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.44
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 38,130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,380Median: $46,680Highest 10%: $57,880
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,380 | $18.93 | |
| 25th | $44,340 | $21.32 | |
| Median | $46,680 | $22.44 | |
| 75th | $49,800 | $23.94 | |
| 90th | $57,880 | $27.83 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Barnstable Town, MA | $48,520 |
| Boston, MA | $47,590 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $46,620 |
| Providence, RI | $46,330 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $46,110 |
| Worcester, MA | $45,710 |
| Springfield, MA | $44,740 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for nursing assistants.
| 8. Vermont | $47,130 |
| 9. Maine | $47,070 |
| 10. New Jersey | $46,830 |
| 11. Massachusetts | $46,680 |
| 12. Minnesota | $46,680 |
| 13. Rhode Island | $46,440 |
| 14. Alaska | $46,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing assistant make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $22.44 ($46,680 a year).
Do nursing assistants make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $46,680 against $42,260 nationally, 10% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for nursing assistant pay?
Massachusetts ranks 11 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays nursing assistants the most?
Barnstable Town, MA, with a median of $48,520 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.