Massachusetts Salary Data
Salary comparisons across 1 metropolitan area in Massachusetts. Prices in Massachusetts were 5.8% above the national level in 2024 (BEA regional price parity 105.8).
Metro Areas in Massachusetts
| Metro Area | Price Level (US = 100) | vs National Level |
|---|---|---|
| Boston, MA | 108.3 | +8.3% |
| Massachusetts (statewide) | 105.8 | +5.8% |
Top Paying Occupations in Massachusetts
| Occupation | MA Median | National Median | vs National | Metro Covered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $176,680 | $159,670 | +$17,010 | Boston, MA |
| Software Developer | $165,210 | $135,980 | +$29,230 | Boston, MA |
| Financial Analyst | $111,040 | $102,740 | +$8,300 | Boston, MA |
| Registered Nurse | $104,550 | $97,550 | +$7,000 | Boston, MA |
| Electrician | $79,420 | $63,190 | +$16,230 | Boston, MA |
Salary by City — Massachusetts
4Wages and Prices in Massachusetts
This dataset covers 1 metropolitan area in Massachusetts: Boston. BEA's regional price parity for it is 108.3 (United States = 100), and the statewide figure is 105.8.
Of the occupations featured here, Lawyer has the highest statewide median at $176,680; in Boston, MA, the one metro area covered here, its median is $183,350.
To compare a wage across areas, divide it by the area's regional price parity and multiply by 100. That restates it at national-average prices; it covers prices only, not taxes. For a specific role, browse all occupations and drill into each one to see side-by-side city differences within Massachusetts.
Statewide median salary by occupation in Massachusetts
State-level BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates (all metro and non-metro areas combined), highest median first. Each row links to the full state page for that occupation.
| Occupation | Median | 75th pct | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physician | $236,580 | $384,490 | 8,210 |
| Marketing Manager | $212,020 | $261,420 | 14,270 |
| Sales Manager | $191,200 | $235,420 | 15,010 |
| HR Manager | $181,780 | $229,510 | 7,540 |
| Lawyer | $176,680 | $282,080 | 23,560 |
| Software Developer | $165,210 | $190,280 | 48,190 |
| Network Engineer | $155,060 | $172,800 | 6,270 |
| Construction Manager | $145,010 | $173,520 | 9,870 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $142,440 | $168,100 | 8,070 |
| Pharmacist | $138,170 | $155,490 | 7,230 |
| Cybersecurity Analyst | $136,550 | $176,450 | 6,100 |
| Business Analyst | $134,720 | $168,800 | 30,060 |
| Data Scientist | $131,750 | $166,180 | 9,420 |
| Machine Learning Engineer | $131,750 | $166,180 | 9,420 |
| Database Administrator | $129,300 | $158,010 | 2,310 |
| Operations Manager | $127,220 | $199,540 | 95,880 |
| Actuary | $126,040 | $165,040 | — |
| Financial Advisor | $125,670 | $174,720 | — |
| Supply Chain Manager | $123,830 | $169,740 | 4,310 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $119,300 | $140,590 | 7,680 |
| Project Manager | $114,190 | $144,990 | 21,960 |
| UX Designer | $113,540 | $157,510 | 2,740 |
| Financial Analyst | $111,040 | $161,530 | 14,790 |
| DevOps Engineer | $110,980 | $136,810 | 8,270 |
| Cloud Architect | $109,590 | $153,900 | 6,170 |
| Technical Writer | $109,200 | $134,620 | 1,850 |
| Civil Engineer | $106,730 | $134,810 | 9,450 |
| Registered Nurse | $104,550 | $136,110 | 88,200 |
| Physical Therapist | $103,790 | $121,710 | 6,850 |
| Radiologic Technologist | $103,620 | $122,900 | 5,500 |
| Occupational Therapist | $100,930 | $110,180 | 6,510 |
| Dental Hygienist | $100,640 | $106,220 | 6,850 |
| Investment Banker | $100,310 | $161,030 | 14,510 |
| Accountant | $99,460 | $128,560 | 46,230 |
| Tax Manager | $99,460 | $128,560 | 46,230 |
| College Professor | $94,480 | $129,490 | 1,790 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $94,000 | $102,180 | 29,930 |
| Plumber | $93,880 | $108,430 | 13,460 |
| School Counselor | $79,930 | $100,580 | 11,460 |
| Electrician | $79,420 | $100,480 | 17,810 |
| Paralegal | $77,640 | $96,820 | 7,800 |
| HVAC Technician | $77,300 | $95,070 | 8,200 |
| Welder | $62,570 | $74,050 | 2,830 |
| Medical Assistant | $49,460 | $58,100 | 14,880 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest paying jobs in Massachusetts?
Among the occupations featured on this page, Lawyer has the highest statewide median in Massachusetts at $176,680 per year, followed by Software Developer at $165,210. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How do prices in Massachusetts compare with the rest of the country?
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis puts the regional price parity for Massachusetts at 105.8 for 2024, where the United States is 100. That is 5.8% above the national level. For the metro area covered here: Boston, MA 108.3.