📖 Read the nursing assistants salary & career guide →
Nursing Assistants Salary in Massachusetts
Ranked #8 of 51 · MA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of nursing assistantss in Massachusetts earn between $39,380 and $57,880. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean nursing assistants salary in Massachusetts is $47,700, about 11.7% above the U.S. average ($42,700). That works out to roughly $23/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Massachusetts
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barnstable Town, MA | $48,520 | $49,530 | 1,030 |
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $47,590 | $48,730 | 26,130 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $46,620 | $46,980 | 810 |
| Amherst Town-Northampton, MA | $46,110 | $45,870 | 540 |
| Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area | $45,930 | $47,320 | 280 |
| Worcester, MA | $45,710 | $46,630 | 5,250 |
| Springfield, MA | $44,740 | $45,330 | 2,930 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do nursing assistants make in Massachusetts?
The median nursing assistants salary in Massachusetts is $46,680 per year (mean $47,700), and about 80% earn between $39,380 and $57,880.
How much do nursing assistants make per hour in Massachusetts?
Roughly $23 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $47,700 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Massachusetts a high-paying state for nursing assistants?
Massachusetts ranks #8 of 51 states for nursing assistants pay. Its mean salary of $47,700 is about 11.7% above the U.S. average of $42,700.
Which metro areas in Massachusetts pay nursing assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Massachusetts for nursing assistants are Barnstable Town, MA ($48,520), Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH ($47,590), Pittsfield, MA ($46,620), by median annual wage.