Registered Nurse salary in Massachusetts
Registered Nurses in Massachusetts earn a median of $49.03 per hour, about $101,970 a year, 9% above the U.S. median of $45.00. The middle half earn between $40.38 and $63.93 per hour. The highest median among Massachusetts metro areas is in Worcester, MA, at $49.76 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $49.03median pay per hour
- $101,970median pay per year
- 90,190registered nurses employed in Massachusetts
- #9of 50 states by median pay
Registered Nurse pay in Massachusetts: percentiles
| Level | Massachusetts per hour | Massachusetts per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $36.99 | $76,940 | $31.75 |
| Lower quartile | $40.38 | $83,990 | $37.79 |
| Median | $49.03 | $101,970 | $45.00 |
| Upper quartile | $63.93 | $132,970 | $51.90 |
| Top 10% | $83.46 | $173,600 | $65.06 |
Registered Nurse pay by metro area in Massachusetts
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Massachusetts median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worcester, MA | $49.76 | $103,490 | 9,730 | 1% above | $48.54 |
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $49.25 | $102,440 | 66,440 | in line with | $45.49 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $48.96 | $101,840 | 1,280 | in line with | $51.48 |
| Amherst Town-Northampton, MA | $47.97 | $99,780 | 1,360 | 2% below | $47.85 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $47.68 | $99,170 | 1,910 | 3% below | — |
| Springfield, MA | $43.74 | $90,970 | 5,730 | 11% below | $45.53 |
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).
Registered Nurse pay in states next to Massachusetts
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | $48.84 | $101,590 | in line with Massachusetts |
| New Hampshire | $46.55 | $96,830 | 5% below Massachusetts |
| New York | $50.77 | $105,600 | 4% above Massachusetts |
| Rhode Island | $48.06 | $99,960 | 2% below Massachusetts |
| Vermont | $40.94 | $85,150 | 17% below Massachusetts |
What employers are posting in Massachusetts
- 543roles with published pay
- $56.69median pay per hour
- $38–$79typical published range
- 14employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| UMass Memorial Health Care | 163 | $58.63 |
| Boston Medical Center | 137 | $56.69 |
| Baystate Health | 80 | $47.94 |
| Mass General Brigham | 79 | $57.53 |
| Sturdy Memorial Hospital | 43 | $45.72 |
| Amedisys | 9 | $49.04 |
| Fresenius Medical Care | 8 | $47.50 |
| AccentCare | 6 | $48.13 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 543 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 registered nurse make in Massachusetts?
The median is $49.03 per hour, about $101,970 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $36.99 and the top 10% earn over $83.46 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Massachusetts city pays registered nurses the most?
Among Massachusetts metro areas, Worcester, MA has the highest median at $49.76 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Massachusetts rank for registered nurse pay?
Massachusetts ranks 9th of 50 states by median registered nurse 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
- Veterans Health AdministrationWorcester, MA · 5 postings$66.37/ hr$40–$93
- UMass Memorial Health CareWorcester, MA · 163 postings$58.63/ hr$34–$87
- Mass General BrighamNorthampton, MA · 79 postings$57.53/ hr$33–$100
- Boston Medical CenterBoston, MA · 137 postings$56.69/ hr$32–$81
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543 RN postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 458 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- Registered Nurse, 4 West, Neurology/Neurosurgery, 24 Hours, NightsPermanent$39.89–$87.15/ hour
- Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, University, 36 Hours, Nights, 7p-7aPermanent$39.89–$87.15/ hour
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