Massachusetts Median
$159,800
per year
Hourly Rate
$76.83
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+19% vs US median
US median $134,040
State Rank
#3 of 39
280 employed here
How much does a Nurse Midwife make in Massachusetts?
Nurse Midwives in Massachusetts take home a median of $159,800 annually — roughly $76.83 an hour — which runs 19% above the national median of $134,040.
Within Massachusetts, entry-level pay starts around $120,230 while the top 10% make $204,000 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $140,030 and $176,340 a year.
Nurse Midwife salary range in Massachusetts
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $120,230 | $57.80 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $140,030 | $67.32 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $159,800 | $76.83 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $176,340 | $84.78 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $204,000 | $98.08 |
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How Massachusetts compares
Massachusetts ranks 3rd out of 39 states and territories for Nurse Midwife pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Nurse Midwife salary in other states
California $203,840Hawaii $170,110Washington $158,970New Jersey $153,970Vermont $151,030Oregon $146,900New York $144,510New Hampshire $142,960Arizona $140,960Maryland $140,120Nebraska $138,880Colorado $137,610Virginia $135,710Rhode Island $135,180Minnesota $134,810Alaska $133,430Maine $133,270Wisconsin $133,070Iowa $131,360Utah $130,930Connecticut $130,790Missouri $130,220Ohio $127,730Delaware $127,510Florida $127,460North Carolina $126,040Michigan $125,140Texas $123,380New Mexico $123,350South Carolina $122,390Illinois $120,840Pennsylvania $119,990Louisiana $119,280Tennessee $116,980Georgia $105,510Indiana $101,630District of Columbia $101,450North Dakota $72,630
Working as a Nurse Midwife in Massachusetts
Nationally, about 8,000 people work as Nurse Midwives in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Massachusetts pay ($159,800) 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 Nurse Midwife make in Massachusetts?
The median Nurse Midwife salary in Massachusetts is $159,800 per year, or about $76.83 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $120,230 at the entry level to $204,000 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Massachusetts pay compare to the national average?
Massachusetts pays Nurse Midwives about 19% more than the national median of $134,040. Massachusetts ranks 3rd out of 39 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Nurse Midwives?
Yes on pay — Massachusetts pays above the national median for this occupation, at $159,800 a year. About 280 Nurse Midwives 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.