Massachusetts Median
$60,200
per year
Hourly Rate
$28.94
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+27% vs US median
US median $47,340
State Rank
#6 of 47
280 employed here
How much do Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys make in Massachusetts?
Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys in Massachusetts take home a median of $60,200 annually — roughly $28.94 an hour — which runs 27% above the national median of $47,340.
Within Massachusetts, entry-level pay starts around $36,260 while the top 10% make $213,970 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $45,730 and $108,360 a year.
Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys salary range in Massachusetts
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $36,260 | $17.43 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $45,730 | $21.99 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $60,200 | $28.94 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $108,360 | $52.10 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $213,970 | $102.87 |
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How Massachusetts compares
Massachusetts ranks 6th out of 47 states and territories for Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys salary in other states
New York $81,310Maryland $74,480New Jersey $70,800Indiana $61,760Nevada $60,460Florida $56,360Rhode Island $55,110Pennsylvania $52,080Hawaii $51,030Colorado $50,660Texas $49,050Tennessee $48,290Arizona $47,930North Carolina $47,910Idaho $46,940Illinois $46,720Michigan $46,640Oregon $46,190Utah $46,080New Hampshire $46,000Missouri $45,460Nebraska $45,020Alaska $44,790Washington $44,420Virginia $44,400Maine $44,000Minnesota $43,530Ohio $42,440Georgia $42,020South Dakota $40,630Wisconsin $40,630New Mexico $38,940Alabama $38,530North Dakota $38,500Iowa $37,090Wyoming $36,760Kentucky $36,170Arkansas $36,160Oklahoma $36,110West Virginia $35,400Vermont $35,220Kansas $35,130Montana $35,000Mississippi $34,040Louisiana $33,020South Carolina $30,960
Working as Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys in Massachusetts
Nationally, about 21,000 people work as Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Massachusetts pay ($60,200) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much do Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys make in Massachusetts?
The median Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys salary in Massachusetts is $60,200 per year, or about $28.94 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $36,260 at the entry level to $213,970 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Massachusetts pay compare to the national average?
Massachusetts pays Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys about 27% more than the national median of $47,340. Massachusetts ranks 6th out of 47 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys?
Yes on pay — Massachusetts pays above the national median for this occupation, at $60,200 a year. About 280 Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys are employed in Massachusetts. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Massachusetts?
The highest-paying occupations in Massachusetts include Radiologist ($426,560), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($392,300), Surgeon, All Other ($387,150), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.