How much does a training and development specialist make in Massachusetts?
$80,270a year
Median yearly pay for training and development specialists in Massachusetts. That is $38.59 an hour or $6,689 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.59
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 12,190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,790Median: $80,270Highest 10%: $129,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,790 | $20.09 | |
| 25th | $55,990 | $26.92 | |
| Median | $80,270 | $38.59 | |
| 75th | $115,000 | $55.27 | |
| 90th | $129,700 | $62.34 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $83,800 |
| Providence, RI | $72,550 |
| Worcester, MA | $72,080 |
| Springfield, MA | $70,030 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $63,490 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $61,150 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $60,810 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for training and development specialists.
| 3. Alaska | $81,860 |
| 4. Washington | $81,860 |
| 5. District of Columbia | $80,980 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $80,270 |
| 7. Connecticut | $78,080 |
| 8. Vermont | $77,800 |
| 9. Virginia | $77,690 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a training and development specialist make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $38.59 ($80,270 a year).
Do training and development specialists make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $80,270 against $69,280 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for training and development specialist pay?
Massachusetts ranks 6 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays training and development specialists the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $83,800 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.