How much does an urban and regional planner make in Massachusetts?
$99,780a year
Median yearly pay for urban and regional planners in Massachusetts. That is $47.97 an hour or $8,315 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.97
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,540
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $69,150Median: $99,780Highest 10%: $134,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $69,150 | $33.25 | |
| 25th | $82,020 | $39.43 | |
| Median | $99,780 | $47.97 | |
| 75th | $115,800 | $55.67 | |
| 90th | $134,300 | $64.57 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $103,500 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $101,900 |
| Worcester, MA | $88,300 |
| Providence, RI | $87,880 |
| Springfield, MA | $82,100 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $80,660 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $77,820 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for urban and regional planners.
| 6. Washington | $101,000 |
| 7. Nevada | $100,000 |
| 8. Connecticut | $99,880 |
| 9. Massachusetts | $99,780 |
| 10. Minnesota | $97,060 |
| 11. Alaska | $93,860 |
| 12. Illinois | $91,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an urban and regional planner make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $47.97 ($99,780 a year).
Do urban and regional planners make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $99,780 against $89,320 nationally, 12% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for urban and regional planner pay?
Massachusetts ranks 9 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays urban and regional planners the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $103,500 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.