How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make in Massachusetts?
$57,940a year
Median yearly pay for secretary and administrative assistants in Massachusetts. That is $27.86 an hour or $4,828 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.86
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 37,750
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,510Median: $57,940Highest 10%: $78,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,510 | $19.96 | |
| 25th | $48,150 | $23.15 | |
| Median | $57,940 | $27.86 | |
| 75th | $64,240 | $30.88 | |
| 90th | $78,400 | $37.69 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $59,330 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $55,040 |
| Worcester, MA | $52,450 |
| Providence, RI | $51,800 |
| Springfield, MA | $51,460 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $51,100 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $49,990 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for secretary and administrative assistants.
| 1. District of Columbia | $59,910 |
| 2. Massachusetts | $57,940 |
| 3. Washington | $57,330 |
| 4. Connecticut | $57,210 |
| 5. California | $55,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $27.86 ($57,940 a year).
Do secretary and administrative assistants make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $57,940 against $47,540 nationally, 22% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for secretary and administrative assistant pay?
Massachusetts ranks 2 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays secretary and administrative assistants the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $59,330 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.