How much does a personal care and service worker make in Massachusetts?
$46,780a year
Median yearly pay for personal care and service workers in Massachusetts. That is $22.49 an hour or $3,898 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.49
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 46
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,300Median: $46,780Highest 10%: $50,490
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,300 | $17.93 | |
| 25th | $37,300 | $17.93 | |
| Median | $46,780 | $22.49 | |
| 75th | $48,530 | $23.33 | |
| 90th | $50,490 | $24.27 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $36,860 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for personal care and service workers.
| 1. South Dakota | $50,990 |
| 2. Arizona | $48,900 |
| 3. Massachusetts | $46,780 |
| 4. South Carolina | $44,550 |
| 5. District of Columbia | $43,880 |
| 6. Illinois | $42,450 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a personal care and service worker make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $22.49 ($46,780 a year).
Do personal care and service workers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $46,780 against $41,600 nationally, 12% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for personal care and service worker pay?
Massachusetts ranks 3 of 46 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays personal care and service workers the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $36,860 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.