Mathematician Salary in Massachusetts (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Mathematicians in Massachusetts, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Massachusetts Median
$104,190
per year
Hourly Rate
$50.09
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-18% vs US median
US median $126,710
State Rank
#8 of 12
40 employed here

How much does a Mathematician make in Massachusetts?

Mathematicians in Massachusetts take home a median of $104,190 annually — roughly $50.09 an hour — which runs 18% below the national median of $126,710.

Within Massachusetts, entry-level pay starts around $72,030 while the top 10% make $149,520 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $81,510 and $104,600 a year.

Mathematician salary range in Massachusetts

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$72,030$34.63
25th percentile (early career)$81,510$39.19
50th percentile (median)$104,190$50.09
75th percentile (experienced)$104,600$50.29
90th percentile (top earners)$149,520$71.88

How Massachusetts compares

Massachusetts ranks 8th out of 12 states and territories for Mathematician pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$162,280
2Virginia$148,030
3Maryland$131,810
4Illinois$130,970
5New York$126,950

Working as a Mathematician in Massachusetts

Nationally, about 2,000 people work as Mathematicians in the United States. A doctoral or professional degree (8 or more years of higher education) is required.

Considering a move? Compare Massachusetts pay ($104,190) 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 does a Mathematician make in Massachusetts?
The median Mathematician salary in Massachusetts is $104,190 per year, or about $50.09 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $72,030 at the entry level to $149,520 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Massachusetts pay compare to the national average?
Massachusetts pays Mathematicians about 18% less than the national median of $126,710. Massachusetts ranks 8th out of 12 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Mathematicians?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $104,190 a year. About 40 Mathematicians are employed in Massachusetts. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
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.

← See the national Mathematician salary report

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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.