How much does a sewing machine operator make in Massachusetts?
$42,910a year
Median yearly pay for sewing machine operators in Massachusetts. That is $20.63 an hour or $3,576 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.63
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,540
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,580Median: $42,910Highest 10%: $53,990
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,580 | $17.11 | |
| 25th | $37,620 | $18.09 | |
| Median | $42,910 | $20.63 | |
| 75th | $46,160 | $22.19 | |
| 90th | $53,990 | $25.96 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $42,970 |
| Worcester, MA | $39,350 |
| Springfield, MA | $38,440 |
| Providence, RI | $38,160 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for sewing machine operators.
| 3. Colorado | $43,840 |
| 4. Maine | $43,520 |
| 5. Washington | $43,360 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $42,910 |
| 7. New Hampshire | $41,740 |
| 8. Vermont | $40,850 |
| 9. Wisconsin | $40,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sewing machine operator make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $20.63 ($42,910 a year).
Do sewing machine operators make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $42,910 against $36,670 nationally, 17% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for sewing machine operator pay?
Massachusetts ranks 6 of 50 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays sewing machine operators the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $42,970 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.