How much does a retail salesperson make in Massachusetts?
$36,610a year
Median yearly pay for retail salespersons in Massachusetts. That is $17.60 an hour or $3,051 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.60
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 86,860
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,310Median: $36,610Highest 10%: $47,980
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,310 | $16.01 | |
| 25th | $34,960 | $16.81 | |
| Median | $36,610 | $17.60 | |
| 75th | $40,510 | $19.48 | |
| 90th | $47,980 | $23.07 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $36,850 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $36,790 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $36,630 |
| Worcester, MA | $36,220 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $35,540 |
| Springfield, MA | $35,440 |
| Providence, RI | $35,230 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for retail salespersons.
| 8. Alaska | $37,290 |
| 9. Oregon | $36,770 |
| 10. Maine | $36,640 |
| 11. Massachusetts | $36,610 |
| 12. New Jersey | $36,520 |
| 13. Connecticut | $36,490 |
| 14. Minnesota | $36,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a retail salesperson make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $17.60 ($36,610 a year).
Do retail salespersons make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $36,610 against $35,410 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for retail salesperson pay?
Massachusetts ranks 11 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays retail salespersons the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $36,850 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.