Massachusetts Median
$38,950
per year
Hourly Rate
$18.73
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+10% vs US median
US median $35,510
State Rank
#7 of 51
14,910 employed here
How much do Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners make in Massachusetts?
Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in Massachusetts take home a median of $38,950 annually — roughly $18.73 an hour — which runs 10% above the national median of $35,510.
Within Massachusetts, entry-level pay starts around $34,320 while the top 10% make $60,900 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $36,700 and $45,120 a year.
Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners salary range in Massachusetts
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $34,320 | $16.50 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $36,700 | $17.64 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $38,950 | $18.73 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $45,120 | $21.69 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $60,900 | $29.28 |
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How Massachusetts compares
Massachusetts ranks 7th out of 51 states and territories for Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners salary in other states
Hawaii $51,600Nevada $46,550California $42,660District of Columbia $42,260Washington $42,180New York $41,950New Jersey $37,980Vermont $37,680Maine $37,630Oregon $37,590Colorado $37,560Rhode Island $37,540Minnesota $37,470Alaska $37,370New Hampshire $36,920Illinois $36,380Utah $36,270Connecticut $36,170Montana $35,740Arizona $35,640Wisconsin $35,530Maryland $35,500North Dakota $35,050Michigan $34,650Idaho $34,560Nebraska $34,170Delaware $34,150Pennsylvania $33,870Florida $33,860Virginia $33,820Missouri $33,670Iowa $32,620Ohio $32,170Wyoming $31,870Indiana $31,420North Carolina $31,310Kansas $31,100Kentucky $30,880Tennessee $30,850New Mexico $30,480South Carolina $30,260South Dakota $29,950Georgia $29,770Texas $29,660Oklahoma $28,620West Virginia $28,090Arkansas $27,960Alabama $27,480Louisiana $26,600Mississippi $25,360
Working as Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in Massachusetts
Nationally, about 861,000 people work as Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in the United States. No college degree is required — most training happens on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Massachusetts pay ($38,950) 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 Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners make in Massachusetts?
The median Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners salary in Massachusetts is $38,950 per year, or about $18.73 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $34,320 at the entry level to $60,900 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Massachusetts pay compare to the national average?
Massachusetts pays Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners about 10% more than the national median of $35,510. Massachusetts ranks 7th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners?
Yes on pay — Massachusetts pays above the national median for this occupation, at $38,950 a year. About 14,910 Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners 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.