Average Salary in Massachusetts

Convert between annual salary and hourly rate for Massachusetts workers

Massachusetts Salary Overview

The average annual salary in Massachusetts is $72,050, while the median salary sits at $60,890 per year. For a standard 40-hour work week, that translates to approximately $34.64/hour (average) or $29.27/hour (median). The minimum wage in Massachusetts is currently $15.00/hour, which equals about $31,200/year for a full-time worker.

Massachusetts's cost of living index is 135.0 (national average = 100), which means living in Massachusetts is above the national average. When evaluating a salary offer in Massachusetts, it's important to consider this cost of living alongside the raw numbers.

Salary Quick Facts - Massachusetts

Metric	Value
Average Annual Salary	$72,050
Median Annual Salary	$60,890
Average Hourly Rate	$34.64/hr
Minimum Wage	$15.00/hr
Cost of Living Index	135.0 (US avg = 100)
Average Monthly Salary	$6,004

Top Employers in Massachusetts

Major employers in Massachusetts include Mass General Brigham, Harvard, MIT. These organizations represent some of the largest job providers in the state across healthcare, technology, education, and other key industries.

Major Cities in Massachusetts

The largest cities in Massachusetts by population are Boston, Worcester, Springfield, Cambridge, Lowell. Salaries can vary significantly between metropolitan and rural areas, with urban centers typically offering higher wages but also higher costs of living.

How to Use This Calculator

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