Nurse Manager & Leadership salary in Massachusetts
Nurse Manager & Leaderships in Massachusetts earn a median of $63.52 per hour, about $132,130 a year, 12% above the U.S. median of $56.71. The middle half earn between $48.71 and $85.89 per hour. The highest median among Massachusetts metro areas is in Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, at $64.90 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $63.52median pay per hour
- $132,130median pay per year
- 19,190employed in Massachusetts
- #10of 50 states by median pay
Nurse Manager & Leadership pay in Massachusetts: percentiles
| Level | Massachusetts per hour | Massachusetts per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $39.81 | $82,800 | $33.50 |
| Lower quartile | $48.71 | $101,320 | $42.58 |
| Median | $63.52 | $132,130 | $56.71 |
| Upper quartile | $85.89 | $178,650 | $78.09 |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | $105.33 |
Figures marked $115+ are the BLS top-coded maximum.
Nurse Manager & Leadership pay by metro area in Massachusetts
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Massachusetts median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $64.90 | $134,980 | 14,330 | 2% above | $59.94 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $60.47 | $125,780 | 300 | 5% below | $63.58 |
| Worcester, MA | $57.44 | $119,480 | 1,910 | 10% below | $56.03 |
| Amherst Town-Northampton, MA | $55.68 | $115,820 | 290 | 12% below | $55.55 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $55.34 | $115,120 | 430 | 13% below | — |
| Springfield, MA | $51.80 | $107,740 | 1,000 | 18% below | $53.92 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Nurse Manager & Leadership pay in states next to Massachusetts
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | $60.49 | $125,820 | 5% below Massachusetts |
| New Hampshire | $60.90 | $126,660 | 4% below Massachusetts |
| New York | $72.03 | $149,820 | 13% above Massachusetts |
| Rhode Island | $57.81 | $120,240 | 9% below Massachusetts |
| Vermont | $60.18 | $125,170 | 5% below Massachusetts |
What employers are posting in Massachusetts
- 45roles with published pay
- $67.67median pay per hour
- $50–$85typical published range
- 7employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Baystate Health | 13 | $67.67 |
| Boston Medical Center | 12 | $66.59 |
| Mass General Brigham | 10 | $67.74 |
| Amedisys | 4 | $54.87 |
| UMass Memorial Health Care | 4 | $71.28 |
| Acadia Healthcare | 1 | $72 |
| Sturdy Memorial Hospital | 1 | $58.24 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 45 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
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Common questions
How much does a nurse manager & leadership make in Massachusetts?
The median is $63.52 per hour, about $132,130 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $39.81 and the top 10% earn over $115+ (BLS, May 2024).
Which Massachusetts city pays nurse manager & leaderships the most?
Among Massachusetts metro areas, Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH has the highest median at $64.90 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Massachusetts rank for nurse manager & leadership pay?
Massachusetts ranks 10th of 50 states by median nurse manager & leadership pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- UMass Memorial Health CareWorcester, MA · 4 postings$71.28/ hr$49–$101
- Mass General BrighamBoston, MA · 10 postings$67.74/ hr$36–$103
- Baystate HealthSpringfield, MA · 13 postings$67.67/ hr$52–$72
- Boston Medical CenterBoston, MA · 12 postings$66.59/ hr$44–$107
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