Registered Nurse Salary in Massachusetts
A registered nurse in Massachusetts earns an estimated $106,700 a year ($51.30 an hour). Most workers fall from $72,600 to $154,700, depending on experience and employer.
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Registered Nurse pay in Massachusetts
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $72,600 | $34.90 |
| Median (estimate) | $106,700 | $51.30 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $154,700 | $74.38 |
| US national median | $93,600 | $45.00 |
The Massachusetts estimate is 14% above the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Massachusetts keeps about $78,558 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $3,021.48 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Massachusetts paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a registered nurse make in Massachusetts?
About $106,700 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.