Massachusetts Median
$140,990
per year
Hourly Rate
$67.78
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-4% vs US median
US median $147,470
State Rank
#18 of 27
60 employed here
How much does a Medical Dosimetrist make in Massachusetts?
Medical Dosimetrists in Massachusetts take home a median of $140,990 annually — roughly $67.78 an hour — which runs 4% below the national median of $147,470.
Within Massachusetts, entry-level pay starts around $111,550 while the top 10% make $174,810 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $133,690 and $174,450 a year.
Medical Dosimetrist salary range in Massachusetts
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $111,550 | $53.63 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $133,690 | $64.27 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $140,990 | $67.78 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $174,450 | $83.87 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $174,810 | $84.04 |
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How Massachusetts compares
Massachusetts ranks 18th out of 27 states and territories for Medical Dosimetrist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Medical Dosimetrist salary in other states
Washington $189,280Oregon $183,990New Jersey $170,650New York $166,540Illinois $163,860Georgia $155,390Florida $153,490Ohio $150,900Kansas $150,670North Carolina $147,830Maryland $147,470Indiana $144,320Oklahoma $143,120Pennsylvania $142,850Virginia $142,830Wisconsin $142,300Arizona $142,090South Carolina $140,530California $140,380Arkansas $138,260Michigan $137,970Tennessee $135,530Texas $134,680Missouri $129,610Mississippi $115,490West Virginia $45,350
Working as a Medical Dosimetrist in Massachusetts
Nationally, about 3,000 people work as Medical Dosimetrists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Massachusetts pay ($140,990) 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 Medical Dosimetrist make in Massachusetts?
The median Medical Dosimetrist salary in Massachusetts is $140,990 per year, or about $67.78 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $111,550 at the entry level to $174,810 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Massachusetts pay compare to the national average?
Massachusetts pays Medical Dosimetrists about 4% less than the national median of $147,470. Massachusetts ranks 18th out of 27 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Medical Dosimetrists?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $140,990 a year. About 60 Medical Dosimetrists 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.
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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.